Potanga
About Potanga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potanga village is 368867. Potanga village is located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Barkagaon. Barkagaon is the sub-district headquarter of Potanga village. As per 2009 stats, Potanga village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1483 hectares. Potanga has a total population of 2,808 peoples, out of which male population is 1,427 while female population is 1,381. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 967 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potanga village is 37.39% out of which 44.43% males and 30.12% females are literate. There are about 546 houses in potanga village. Pincode of potanga village locality is 825311.
When it comes to administration, Potanga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Potanga village comes under Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency. Barkagaon is nearest town to potanga village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Potanga
The population details of Potanga cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,808 | 1,427 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 551 | 296 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2,326 | 1,178 | 1,148 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 634 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,758 | 793 | 965 |
Connectivity of Potanga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potanga
Where is Potanga located?
Potanga village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potanga?
Potanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Potanga?
The pincode of Potanga is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potanga is 2,808, with 1,427 males and 1,381 females.
How many households are there in Potanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potanga village has a total of 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potanga is 37.39%. The male literacy rate is 44.43%, while the female literacy rate is 30.12%.