Potha Kandial - Jourian, Jammu
Potha Kandial is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Akhnoor and around 48 km from Jammu. Chak Bhagwana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potha Kandial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potha Kandial is 005571. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.9 hectares and falls under the 181202 pincode. Jourian is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Potha Kandial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Potha Kandial
According to the 2011 Census, Potha Kandial village had a total population of 523 people, including 271 males and 252 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.11%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 64.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 193 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 78 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Potha Kandial
Potha Kandial is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandwal | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Rakh Muthi | East | 1.48 km |
| Rakh Dhok | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Muthi | East | 2.50 km |
| Chak Phagwari | South | 2.99 km |
| Man Chak | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Rajwal | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Taroti | West | 4.27 km |
| Dadora | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Indri | South-West | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Potha Kandial
Potha Kandial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jourian to Potha Kandial is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Potha Kandial is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potha Kandial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potha Kandial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Potha Kandial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potha Kandial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potha Kandial
Where is Potha Kandial located?
Potha Kandial village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potha Kandial?
The Gram Panchayat of Potha Kandial is Chak Bhagwana.
What is the pincode of Potha Kandial?
The pincode of Potha Kandial is 181202.
What is the population of Potha Kandial?
Potha Kandial had a total population of 523, including 271 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Potha Kandial?
Potha Kandial had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potha Kandial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potha Kandial was 75.11%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 64.55%.