Potha
About Potha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potha village is 001587. Potha village is located in Nowshehra tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nowshehra (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Rajouri. As per 2009 stats, Dabber is the gram panchayat of Potha village.
The total geographical area of village is 552.8 hectares. Potha has a total population of 1,881 peoples, out of which male population is 913 while female population is 968. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1060 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potha village is 61.62% out of which 67.14% males and 56.40% females are literate. There are about 368 houses in potha village. Pincode of potha village locality is 185151.
Nowshehra is nearest town to potha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Potha
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,881 | 913 | 968 |
| Children (0-6) | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 711 | 336 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 284 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 613 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 300 | 422 |
Connectivity of Potha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Nowshehra Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potha?
The Gram Panchayat of Potha is Dabber (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 185151, 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 1,881, with 913 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potha village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potha is 61.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.14%, while the female literacy rate is 56.40%.