Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sonhaula (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pothia village is also a gram panchayat.

Pothia has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 240279. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares. Colgong is nearest town to Pothia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 2,234 1,212 1,022
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 368 187 181
Scheduled Castes (SC) 397 207 190
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,347 809 538
Illiterate Population 887 403 484

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 2,234, including approximately 1,212 males and 1,022 females, with a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 368 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 397 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 60.30%, with male literacy at 66.75% and female literacy at 52.64%.
  • There are around 453 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 5 - 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.

Rasulpur Gobindpur Biswaspur Marra Baisa Bishunpur Bastikia Baniadih Telwara Mansinghpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothia

Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is situated in Sonhaula Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur 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 2,234, with 1,212 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 60.30%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 52.64%.