Pota
Pota is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Khodad is the gram panchayat of Pota village.
Here you can discover what makes Pota unique in its vibrant Murtijapur-Akola region. You’ll see Pota’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 Pota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pota is 530240. The village spans a total geographical area of 398 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Pota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pota 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 Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pota
Population of Pota
According to the 2011 Census, Pota has a total population of about 183, with approximately 92 males and 91 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.67%, with male literacy at about 70.65% and female literacy near 62.64%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
Connectivity of Pota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pota. As per the 2011 stats, Pota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pota
Knowing the nearby villages of Pota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pota
- Where is Pota located?
- Pota village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pota is Khodad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Pota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pota is 183, with 92 males and 91 females.
- How many households are there in Pota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pota village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pota is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.65%, while the female literacy rate is 62.64%.