Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Dhangama is the gram panchayat of Pothia village.

Pothia has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 224537. The village spans a total geographical area of 56 hectares. Katihar 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 93 54 39
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 8 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 5 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 31 24 7
Illiterate Population 62 30 32

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 93, including approximately 54 males and 39 females, with a sex ratio of 722 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 33.33%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 17.95%.
  • There are around 16 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.

Chauki Mokaria Majhauli Bhamraili Bendhabari Dhangawan Sahajana Rasanpur Berho Kolha Chopra

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothia

Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothia is Dhangama (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 93, with 54 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 33.33%. The male literacy rate is 44.44%, while the female literacy rate is 17.95%.