Pothia - Forbesganj, Araria
Pothia is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Pothia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothia is 221607. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.7 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pothia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothia
As per Census 2011, Pothia village has a total population of 7,723 people, consisting of 3,977 males and 3,746 females. The village has 1,527 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,707 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,745 literate and 4,978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pothia
Pothia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pothia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pothia. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pothia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Farbisganj to Pothia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Pothia is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pothia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pothia
Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
Pothia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pothia?
The pincode of Pothia is 854318.
What is the population of Pothia?
Pothia has a total population of 7,723, including 3,977 males and 3,746 females.
How many households are there in Pothia?
There are 1,527 households in Pothia.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothia is 35.54%. Male literacy is 42.52% and female literacy is 28.14%.