Pota
Pota is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Pota village is also a gram panchayat.
Pota has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Pota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pota is 437247. The village spans a total geographical area of 945.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Adbhar is nearest town to Pota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandrapura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pota
Population of Pota
Below is a concise population overview of Pota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,097 | 1,521 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 182 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 212 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 185 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 1,934 | 1,099 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 422 | 741 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pota village:
- The total population of Pota village is around 3,097, including approximately 1,521 males and 1,576 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Pota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pota village has 425 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 398 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pota village is about 62.45%, with male literacy at 72.26% and female literacy at 52.98%.
- There are around 707 households in Pota village.
Connectivity of Pota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pota. As per the 2011 stats, Pota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pota
Knowing the nearby villages of Pota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pota
- Where is Pota located?
- Pota village is situated in Malkharoda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pota?
- Pota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pota?
- The pincode of Pota is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pota is 3,097, with 1,521 males and 1,576 females.
- How many households are there in Pota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pota village has a total of 707 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pota is 62.45%. The male literacy rate is 72.26%, while the female literacy rate is 52.98%.