Potanga
Potanga is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Potanga unique in its vibrant Barkagaon-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Potanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Potanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potanga is 368867. The village spans a total geographical area of 1483 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Potanga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Potanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Potanga
Population of Potanga
According to the 2011 Census, Potanga has a total population of about 2,808, with approximately 1,427 males and 1,381 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 551 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,326. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.39%, with male literacy at about 44.43% and female literacy near 30.12%. There are around 546 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,808 | 1,427 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 296 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,326 | 1,178 | 1,148 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 634 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,758 | 793 | 965 |
Connectivity of Potanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potanga. As per the 2011 stats, Potanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Potanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Potanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potanga.
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%.