Pokhari

Pokhari is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 101km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Pokhari village is also a gram panchayat.

Pokhari has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pokhari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhari is 043738. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249196. Chamba is nearest town to Pokhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 94km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pokhari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pokhari

Below is a concise population overview of Pokhari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 367 165 202
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 39 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 49 24 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 100 94
Illiterate Population 173 65 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokhari village:

  • The total population of Pokhari village is around 367, including approximately 165 males and 202 females, with a sex ratio of 1224 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokhari village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokhari village is about 52.86%, with male literacy at 60.61% and female literacy at 46.53%.
  • There are around 59 households in Pokhari village.

Connectivity of Pokhari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhari. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokhari

Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhari

Where is Pokhari located?
Pokhari village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhari?
Pokhari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pokhari?
The pincode of Pokhari is 249196, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhari is 367, with 165 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhari village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhari is 52.86%. The male literacy rate is 60.61%, while the female literacy rate is 46.53%.