Potapara
Potapara is a village located in Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Basna (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Bichiya P is the gram panchayat of Potapara village.
Potapara 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 Potapara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potapara is 445803. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496336. Basna is nearest town to Potapara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Potapara
Population of Potapara
Below is a concise population overview of Potapara 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 | 736 | 363 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 247 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 116 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potapara village:
- The total population of Potapara village is around 736, including approximately 363 males and 373 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Potapara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Potapara village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 192 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Potapara village is about 63.18%, with male literacy at 68.04% and female literacy at 58.45%.
- There are around 171 households in Potapara village.
Connectivity of Potapara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potapara. As per the 2011 stats, Potapara 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Potapara
Knowing the nearby villages of Potapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potapara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potapara
- Where is Potapara located?
- Potapara village is situated in Basna Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potapara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Potapara is Bichiya P (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Potapara?
- The pincode of Potapara is 496336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potapara is 736, with 363 males and 373 females.
- How many households are there in Potapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potapara village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potapara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potapara is 63.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.04%, while the female literacy rate is 58.45%.