Potha Kandial
Potha Kandial is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Chak Bhagwana is the gram panchayat of Potha Kandial village.
Here you can discover what makes Potha Kandial unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Potha Kandial’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 Potha Kandial
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potha Kandial is 005571. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181202. Jourian is nearest town to Potha Kandial village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Potha Kandial
Population of Potha Kandial
According to the 2011 Census, Potha Kandial has a total population of about 523, with approximately 271 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 371 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.05%, with male literacy at about 71.22% and female literacy near 56.35%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potha Kandial's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 271 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 191 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 335 | 193 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 78 | 110 |
Connectivity of Potha Kandial
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potha Kandial. As per the 2011 stats, Potha Kandial had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Potha Kandial
Knowing the nearby villages of Potha Kandial helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potha Kandial.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potha Kandial
- Where is Potha Kandial located?
- Potha Kandial village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potha Kandial?
- The Gram Panchayat of Potha Kandial is Chak Bhagwana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Potha Kandial?
- The pincode of Potha Kandial is 181202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potha Kandial as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potha Kandial is 523, with 271 males and 252 females.
- How many households are there in Potha Kandial as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potha Kandial village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potha Kandial as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potha Kandial is 64.05%. The male literacy rate is 71.22%, while the female literacy rate is 56.35%.