Pothyai
Pothyai is a village located in Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Khaniyadhana (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Pothayai is the gram panchayat of Pothyai village.
Here you can discover what makes Pothyai unique in its vibrant Khaniyadhana-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Pothyai’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 Pothyai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothyai is 456357. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 473990. Khaniyadhana is nearest town to Pothyai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pothyai 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pothyai
Population of Pothyai
According to the 2011 Census, Pothyai has a total population of about 1,595, with approximately 815 males and 780 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 589 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.41%, with male literacy at about 61.23% and female literacy near 43.21%. There are around 385 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pothyai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,595 | 815 | 780 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 145 | 137 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 301 | 288 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
Literate Population | 836 | 499 | 337 |
Illiterate Population | 759 | 316 | 443 |
Connectivity of Pothyai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothyai. As per the 2011 stats, Pothyai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pothyai
Knowing the nearby villages of Pothyai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothyai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothyai
- Where is Pothyai located?
- Pothyai village is situated in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pothyai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pothyai is Pothayai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pothyai?
- The pincode of Pothyai is 473990, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pothyai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothyai is 1,595, with 815 males and 780 females.
- How many households are there in Pothyai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pothyai village has a total of 385 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pothyai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothyai is 52.41%. The male literacy rate is 61.23%, while the female literacy rate is 43.21%.