Pota - Kanina, Mahendragarh
Pota is a village situated in the Kanina tehsil of Mahendragarh district, Haryana. It is located approximately 24 km from Mahendragarh and around 52 km from Mahendragarh. Pota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pota is 062083. The village covers a total geographical area of 739 hectares and falls under the 123027 pincode. Mahendergarh is the nearest town.
Pota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ateli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pota
As per Census 2011, Pota village has a total population of 3,287 people, consisting of 1,725 males and 1,562 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,350 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,287 | 1,725 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 225 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 210 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 2,350 | 1,388 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 337 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Pota
Pota 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 Pota
Pota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahendragarh to Pota is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pota 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pota
Where is Pota located?
Pota village is located in Kanina Tehsil, Mahendragarh district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pota?
Pota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pota?
The pincode of Pota is 123027.
What is the population of Pota?
Pota has a total population of 3,287, including 1,725 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Pota?
There are 634 households in Pota.
What is the literacy rate in Pota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pota is 71.49%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 61.59%.