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.
Pota has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Pota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pota village:
- The total population of Pota village is around 183, including approximately 92 males and 91 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Pota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pota village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Pota village is about 66.67%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 62.64%.
- There are around 40 households in Pota village.
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%.