Potha
Potha is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Potha unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Potha’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potha is 001244. The village spans a total geographical area of 429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185202. Surankote is nearest town to Potha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Potha
Population of Potha
According to the 2011 Census, Potha has a total population of about 3,988, with approximately 2,202 males and 1,786 females. The sex ratio is around 811 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 547 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 262. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.79%, with male literacy at about 79.56% and female literacy near 59.97%. There are around 736 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,988 | 2,202 | 1,786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potha. As per the 2011 stats, Potha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Potha
Knowing the nearby villages of Potha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potha.
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%.