Potmo - Churchu, Hazaribagh
Potmo is a village situated in the Churchu subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churchu and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Ango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potmo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potmo is 368905. The village covers a total geographical area of 422 hectares and falls under the 825336 pincode.
Potmo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Potmo
According to the 2011 Census, Potmo village had a total population of 220 people, including 114 males and 106 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 85.56% and female literacy at 61.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 110 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 77 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Potmo
Potmo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Potmo
Potmo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Potmo is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potmo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potmo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Potmo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potmo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potmo
Where is Potmo located?
Potmo village is located in Churchu Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potmo?
The Gram Panchayat of Potmo is Ango.
What is the pincode of Potmo?
The pincode of Potmo is 825336.
What is the population of Potmo?
Potmo had a total population of 220, including 114 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Potmo?
Potmo had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potmo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potmo was 74.27%. Male literacy was 85.56% and female literacy was 61.73%.