Pota Bk. - Aundha (Nagnath), Hingoli
Pota Bk. is a village situated in the Aundha (Nagnath) tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aundha (nagnath) and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Pota Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pota Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pota Bk. is 546108. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 431705 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pota Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pota Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Pota Bk. village had a total population of 1,274 people, including 651 males and 623 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.78%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 66.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,274 | 651 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 82 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 493 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 158 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Pota Bk.
Pota Bk. 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 Pota Bk.
Pota Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jintur to Pota Bk. is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Pota Bk. is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pota Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pota Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pota Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pota Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pota Bk.
Where is Pota Bk. located?
Pota Bk. village is located in Aundha (Nagnath) Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pota Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Pota Bk. is Pota Bk.
What is the pincode of Pota Bk.?
The pincode of Pota Bk. is 431705.
What is the population of Pota Bk.?
Pota Bk. had a total population of 1,274, including 651 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Pota Bk.?
Pota Bk. had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pota Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pota Bk. was 76.78%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 66.36%.