Potia
About Potia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potia village is 442461. Potia village is located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Potiya S is the gram panchayat of Potia village.
The total geographical area of village is 503.08 hectares. Potia has a total population of 1,162 peoples, out of which male population is 581 while female population is 581. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potia village is 64.89% out of which 75.22% males and 54.56% females are literate. There are about 241 houses in potia village. Pincode of potia village locality is 491001.
When it comes to administration, Potia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Potia village comes under Saja Vidhan Sabha constituency & Durg Lok Sabha constituency. Dhamdha is nearest town to potia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Potia
The population details of Potia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,162 | 581 | 581 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 437 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 144 | 264 |
Connectivity of Potia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potia
Where is Potia located?
Potia village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potia?
The Gram Panchayat of Potia is Potiya S (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Potia?
The pincode of Potia is 491001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potia is 1,162, with 581 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Potia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potia village has a total of 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potia is 64.89%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 54.56%.