Potlai - Kurai, Seoni
Potlai is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Kalbodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potlai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potlai is 497105. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.16 hectares and falls under the 480994 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Potlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Potlai
According to the 2011 Census, Potlai village had a total population of 326 people, including 167 males and 159 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.80%, with male literacy at 79.47% and female literacy at 59.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 326 | 167 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 120 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 47 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Potlai
Potlai 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 Potlai
Potlai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Seoni to Potlai is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potlai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Potlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potlai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Potlai
Where is Potlai located?
Potlai village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Potlai?
The Gram Panchayat of Potlai is Kalbodi.
What is the pincode of Potlai?
The pincode of Potlai is 480994.
What is the population of Potlai?
Potlai had a total population of 326, including 167 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Potlai?
Potlai had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potlai was 69.80%. Male literacy was 79.47% and female literacy was 59.86%.