Potra
About Potra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potra village is 434565. Potra village is located in Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Lailunga (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Potra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 697.76 hectares. Potra has a total population of 2,011 peoples, out of which male population is 994 while female population is 1,017. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potra village is 49.33% out of which 56.94% males and 41.89% females are literate. There are about 463 houses in potra village. Pincode of potra village locality is 496113.
When it comes to administration, Potra 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, Potra village comes under Lailundra Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Lailunga is nearest town to potra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Potra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 994 | 1,017 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 566 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 428 | 591 |
Connectivity of Potra
| 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 Potra
Frequently Asked Questions about Potra
Where is Potra located?
Potra village is situated in Lailunga Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potra?
Potra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Potra?
The pincode of Potra is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potra is 2,011, with 994 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Potra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potra village has a total of 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potra is 49.33%. The male literacy rate is 56.94%, while the female literacy rate is 41.89%.