Potiya
About Potiya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potiya village is 434473. Potiya village is located in Udaipur tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamjaigarh (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Potiya village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 944.83 hectares. Potiya has a total population of 893 peoples, out of which male population is 445 while female population is 448. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1006 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potiya village is 46.47% out of which 55.96% males and 37.05% females are literate. There are about 214 houses in potiya village. Pincode of potiya village locality is 496116.
When it comes to administration, Potiya 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, Potiya village comes under Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Dharamjaigarh is nearest town to potiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Potiya
The population details of Potiya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 445 | 448 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 689 | 348 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 249 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 196 | 282 |
Connectivity of Potiya
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potiya
Where is Potiya located?
Potiya village is situated in Udaipur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potiya?
Potiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Potiya?
The pincode of Potiya is 496116, 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 893, with 445 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potiya village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potiya is 46.47%. The male literacy rate is 55.96%, while the female literacy rate is 37.05%.