Potha
About Potha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potha village is 001244. Potha village is located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Surankote. Surankote is the sub-district headquarter of Potha village. As per 2009 stats, Potha Upper is the gram panchayat of Potha village.
The total geographical area of village is 429 hectares. Potha has a total population of 3,988 peoples, out of which male population is 2,202 while female population is 1,786. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 811 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potha village is 70.79% out of which 79.56% males and 59.97% females are literate. There are about 736 houses in potha village. Pincode of potha village locality is 185202.
Surankote is nearest town to potha village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Potha
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,988 | 2,202 | 1,786 |
| Children (0-6) | 547 | 291 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 2,823 | 1,752 | 1,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 450 | 715 |
Connectivity of Potha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potha
Where is Potha located?
Potha village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potha?
The Gram Panchayat of Potha is Potha Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Potha?
The pincode of Potha is 185202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potha is 3,988, with 2,202 males and 1,786 females.
How many households are there in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potha village has a total of 736 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potha is 70.79%. The male literacy rate is 79.56%, while the female literacy rate is 59.97%.