Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Sikti subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sikti (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Kauakoh 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 222003. The village spans a total geographical area of 416 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Pothia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km 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 4,664 2,412 2,252
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 854 432 422
Scheduled Castes (SC) 601 307 294
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,216 1,371 845
Illiterate Population 2,448 1,041 1,407

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 4,664, including approximately 2,412 males and 2,252 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 854 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 601 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 47.51%, with male literacy at 56.84% and female literacy at 37.52%.
  • There are around 954 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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.

Darhua Bairgachhi Sohagmara Karahbari Benga Ramnagar Pipra Belbari Balua Bangawan Belsari

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothia

Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is situated in Sikti Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothia is Kauakoh (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 4,664, with 2,412 males and 2,252 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 954 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 47.51%. The male literacy rate is 56.84%, while the female literacy rate is 37.52%.