Potkhal - Vikramgad, Palghar
Potkhal is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Vikramgad and around 43 km from Thane. Utavali serves as the Village Panchayat for Potkhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potkhal is 551839. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.45 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Potkhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Potkhal
According to the 2011 Census, Potkhal village had a total population of 905 people, including 454 males and 451 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.63%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 64.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 900.
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 | 905 | 454 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 900 | 450 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 337 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 117 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Potkhal
Potkhal 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 Potkhal
Public transport in the Potkhal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Potkhal is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Potkhal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potkhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potkhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Potkhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potkhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potkhal
Where is Potkhal located?
Potkhal village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Potkhal?
The Village Panchayat of Potkhal is Utavali.
What is the pincode of Potkhal?
The pincode of Potkhal is 401605.
What is the population of Potkhal?
Potkhal had a total population of 905, including 454 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Potkhal?
Potkhal had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potkhal was 72.63%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 64.20%.