Potri

Potri is a village located in Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Forbesganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Majhua is the gram panchayat of Potri village.

Potri 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 Potri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potri is 221597. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854318. Farbisganj is nearest town to Potri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Potri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,268 673 595
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 215 116 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 784 481 303
Illiterate Population 484 192 292

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

  • The total population of Potri village is around 1,268, including approximately 673 males and 595 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Potri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Potri village is about 61.83%, with male literacy at 71.47% and female literacy at 50.92%.
  • There are around 239 households in Potri village.

Connectivity of Potri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potri. As per the 2011 stats, Potri 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Potri

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

Ramganj Asuri Gadaha Hanskosa Khur Dumaria Majhua Parwaha Gopalpur Binodpur Khair Khan Belai

Frequently Asked Questions about Potri

Where is Potri located?
Potri village is situated in Forbesganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potri?
The Gram Panchayat of Potri is Majhua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Potri?
The pincode of Potri is 854318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potri is 1,268, with 673 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Potri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potri village has a total of 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potri is 61.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.47%, while the female literacy rate is 50.92%.