Potha - Kalakote, Rajouri
Potha is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kala- Kote and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Panar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potha is 001546. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.1 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Potha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Potha
As per Census 2011, Potha village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 211 males and 181 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Potha
Potha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharamsal | North | 2.27 km |
| Bakhar | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Panhar | North | 4.97 km |
| Garan Pain | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Panjah | North | 6.01 km |
| Chak Tawela | South | 6.46 km |
| Dhanwan | North | 6.79 km |
| Thichka | South-West | 6.82 km |
| Garan Bala | North-West | 6.88 km |
| Chak Jaralan | West | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Potha
Potha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Potha is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Potha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Potha
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potha
Where is Potha located?
Potha village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potha?
The Gram Panchayat of Potha is Panar.
What is the pincode of Potha?
The pincode of Potha is 185202.
What is the population of Potha?
Potha has a total population of 392, including 211 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Potha?
There are 80 households in Potha.
What is the literacy rate in Potha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potha is 44.64%. Male literacy is 47.87% and female literacy is 40.88%.