Pota Kh. - Aundha (Nagnath), Hingoli
Pota Kh. is a village situated in the Aundha (Nagnath) tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aundha (nagnath) and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Poth Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pota Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pota Kh. is 546107. The village covers a total geographical area of 856 hectares and falls under the 431705 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pota Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Pota Kh. village has a total population of 1,497 people, consisting of 760 males and 737 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 931 literate and 566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pota Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,497 | 760 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 931 | 542 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 218 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Pota Kh.
Pota Kh. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondashi Kh | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Anjanwadi | North | 2.96 km |
| Jawala Bajar | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Ankhali | West | 4.10 km |
| Asola Traf Aundha | East | 4.11 km |
| Chimegaon | North | 4.16 km |
| Salna | North-West | 5.52 km |
| Dhar | North | 6.20 km |
| Wangarwadi | North-East | 6.40 km |
| Gojegaon | North-West | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pota Kh.
Public transport in the Pota Kh. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junona Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| 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 Kh. is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Pota Kh. is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pota Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pota Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pota Kh.
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 Kh. 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pota Kh.
Where is Pota Kh. located?
Pota Kh. village is located in Aundha (Nagnath) Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pota Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Pota Kh. is Poth Kh.
What is the pincode of Pota Kh.?
The pincode of Pota Kh. is 431705.
What is the population of Pota Kh.?
Pota Kh. has a total population of 1,497, including 760 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Pota Kh.?
There are 290 households in Pota Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Pota Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pota Kh. is 62.19%. Male literacy is 71.32% and female literacy is 52.78%.