Potiya

Potiya is a village located in Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bagbahara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Pottiya is the gram panchayat of Potiya village.

Potiya has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Potiya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potiya is 446758. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Mahasamund is nearest town to Potiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Potiya

Below is a concise population overview of Potiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 761 374 387
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 44 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 167 84 83
Literate Population 470 281 189
Illiterate Population 291 93 198

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

  • The total population of Potiya village is around 761, including approximately 374 males and 387 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Potiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Potiya village has 167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Potiya village is about 61.76%, with male literacy at 75.13% and female literacy at 48.84%.
  • There are around 184 households in Potiya village.

Connectivity of Potiya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potiya. As per the 2011 stats, Potiya 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Potiya

Knowing the nearby villages of Potiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potiya.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Potiya

Where is Potiya located?
Potiya village is situated in Bagbahra Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Potiya is Pottiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Potiya?
The pincode of Potiya is 493551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potiya is 761, with 374 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potiya village has a total of 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potiya is 61.76%. The male literacy rate is 75.13%, while the female literacy rate is 48.84%.