Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Forbesganj (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Pothia village is also a gram panchayat.

Pothia has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 Pothia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothia is 221607. The village spans a total geographical area of 678.7 hectares. Farbisganj is nearest town to Pothia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Pothia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,723 3,977 3,746
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,707 876 831
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,476 771 705
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 260 150 110
Literate Population 2,745 1,691 1,054
Illiterate Population 4,978 2,286 2,692

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 7,723, including approximately 3,977 males and 3,746 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,707 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 1,476 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 260 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 35.54%, with male literacy at 42.52% and female literacy at 28.14%.
  • There are around 1,527 households in Pothia village.

Connectivity of Pothia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothia. As per the 2011 stats, Pothia 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 Pothia

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pothia

Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is situated in Forbesganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
Pothia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothia is 7,723, with 3,977 males and 3,746 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 1,527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 35.54%. The male literacy rate is 42.52%, while the female literacy rate is 28.14%.