Potta Jhorki - Bharatpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Potta Jhorki is a village situated in the Bharatpur tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Janakpur and around 150 km from Baikunthpur. Toja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potta Jhorki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potta Jhorki is 431260. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.97 hectares and falls under the 497778 pincode. Shahdol(m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Potta Jhorki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Potta Jhorki
According to the 2011 Census, Potta Jhorki village had a total population of 259 people, including 140 males and 119 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.15%, with male literacy at 56.41% and female literacy at 38.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 140 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 66 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 74 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Potta Jhorki
Potta Jhorki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Potta Jhorki
Public transport in the Potta Jhorki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol(m.p.) to Potta Jhorki is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Potta Jhorki is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potta Jhorki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potta Jhorki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Potta Jhorki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potta Jhorki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Potta Jhorki
Where is Potta Jhorki located?
Potta Jhorki village is located in Bharatpur Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Potta Jhorki?
The Gram Panchayat of Potta Jhorki is Toja.
What is the pincode of Potta Jhorki?
The pincode of Potta Jhorki is 497778.
What is the population of Potta Jhorki?
Potta Jhorki had a total population of 259, including 140 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Potta Jhorki?
Potta Jhorki had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potta Jhorki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potta Jhorki was 48.15%. Male literacy was 56.41% and female literacy was 38.38%.