Pothia

Pothia is a village located in Krityanand Nagar subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Krityanand Nagar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Pothia Rampur is the gram panchayat of Pothia village.

Pothia has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 223384. The village spans a total geographical area of 442 hectares. Purnia 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 1,792 948 844
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 322 178 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 66 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 883 521 362
Illiterate Population 909 427 482

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

  • The total population of Pothia village is around 1,792, including approximately 948 males and 844 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Pothia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothia village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pothia village is about 49.27%, with male literacy at 54.96% and female literacy at 42.89%.
  • There are around 408 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Jagni Milik Kataha Ashraf Nagar Pothia Milik Mahammadpur Dhanhara Hat Sauraha Milik Sauraha Gokhulpur Garnaha Milik

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothia

Where is Pothia located?
Pothia village is situated in Krityanand Nagar Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothia is Pothia Rampur (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 1,792, with 948 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothia village has a total of 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothia is 49.27%. The male literacy rate is 54.96%, while the female literacy rate is 42.89%.