Potha
Potha is a village located in Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kala- Kote (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Potha has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Potha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potha is 001546. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185201. Sunderbani is nearest town to Potha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Potha
Population of Potha
Below is a concise population overview of Potha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 392 | 211 | 181 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 52 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 116 | 102 |
Literate Population | 175 | 101 | 74 |
Illiterate Population | 217 | 110 | 107 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potha village:
- The total population of Potha village is around 392, including approximately 211 males and 181 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Potha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Potha village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 218 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Potha village is about 44.64%, with male literacy at 47.87% and female literacy at 40.88%.
- There are around 80 households in Potha village.
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
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 Kalakote Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Potha?
- The pincode of Potha is 185201, 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 392, with 211 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potha village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potha is 44.64%. The male literacy rate is 47.87%, while the female literacy rate is 40.88%.