Potgaon
Potgaon is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Potgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Potgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Potgaon unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Potgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Potgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potgaon is 447798. The village spans a total geographical area of 820.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Kanker is nearest town to Potgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
As per 2019 stats, Potgaon village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Potgaon
Population of Potgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Potgaon has a total population of about 2,361, with approximately 1,151 males and 1,210 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 291 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,449. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.09%, with male literacy at about 74.54% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 547 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,151 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 153 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 137 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,449 | 708 | 741 |
| Literate Population | 1,584 | 858 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 293 | 484 |
Connectivity of Potgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Potgaon 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 Potgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Potgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potgaon
- Where is Potgaon located?
- Potgaon village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potgaon?
- Potgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Potgaon?
- The pincode of Potgaon is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potgaon is 2,361, with 1,151 males and 1,210 females.
- How many households are there in Potgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potgaon village has a total of 547 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potgaon is 67.09%. The male literacy rate is 74.54%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.