Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Palasi subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Palasi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Pakri is the gram panchayat of Pothia village.

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 222096. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Pothia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km 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 1,962 1,006 956
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 377 190 187
Scheduled Castes (SC) 721 354 367
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 2 3
Literate Population 757 469 288
Illiterate Population 1,205 537 668

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 1,962, including approximately 1,006 males and 956 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 377 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 721 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 38.58%, with male literacy at 46.62% and female literacy at 30.13%.
  • There are around 435 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 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 Palasi Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothia is Pakri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothia is 1,962, with 1,006 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 38.58%. The male literacy rate is 46.62%, while the female literacy rate is 30.13%.