Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Pothia (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Budhra is the gram panchayat of Pothia village.

Pothia has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 222562. The village spans a total geographical area of 122 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855117. Thakurganj is nearest town to Pothia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 699 360 339
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 144 75 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 84 47 37
Literate Population 281 158 123
Illiterate Population 418 202 216

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 699, including approximately 360 males and 339 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 40.20%, with male literacy at 43.89% and female literacy at 36.28%.
  • There are around 146 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 5 - 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.

Mirzapur Pakamolna Sarogora Ramaniapokhar Patilabhasa Pawakhali Chilhamari Naukatta Pokharia Bagrani Kusiari

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothia

Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is situated in Pothia Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothia is Budhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pothia?
The pincode of Pothia is 855117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothia is 699, with 360 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 40.20%. The male literacy rate is 43.89%, while the female literacy rate is 36.28%.