Pukharia

Pukharia is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pukharia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sapdhara is the gram panchayat of Pukharia village.

Pukharia has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Pukharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pukharia is 339840. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Pukharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

As per 2019 stats, Pukharia village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Pukharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 958 485 473
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 61 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 304 149 155
Literate Population 605 348 257
Illiterate Population 353 137 216

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

  • The total population of Pukharia village is around 958, including approximately 485 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Pukharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pukharia village has 304 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pukharia village is about 63.15%, with male literacy at 71.75% and female literacy at 54.33%.
  • There are around 236 households in Pukharia village.

Connectivity of Pukharia

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Pukharia

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pukharia

Where is Pukharia located?
Pukharia village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukharia is Sapdhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pukharia?
The pincode of Pukharia is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pukharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pukharia is 958, with 485 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Pukharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pukharia village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pukharia is 63.15%. The male literacy rate is 71.75%, while the female literacy rate is 54.33%.