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.
Here you can discover what makes Pukharia unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Pukharia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Pukharia
Population of Pukharia
According to the 2011 Census, Pukharia has a total population of about 958, with approximately 485 males and 473 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 304. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.15%, with male literacy at about 71.75% and female literacy near 54.33%. There are around 236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pukharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.