Potale

Potale is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Potale village is also a gram panchayat.

Potale has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Potale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potale is 564590. The village spans a total geographical area of 977 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415103. Karad is nearest town to Potale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Potale 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 Karad South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Potale

Below is a concise population overview of Potale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,857 962 895
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 184 108 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 254 129 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,442 773 669
Illiterate Population 415 189 226

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potale village:

  • The total population of Potale village is around 1,857, including approximately 962 males and 895 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Potale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Potale village has 254 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Potale village is about 77.65%, with male literacy at 80.35% and female literacy at 74.75%.
  • There are around 369 households in Potale village.

Connectivity of Potale

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potale. As per the 2011 stats, Potale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Potale

Knowing the nearby villages of Potale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potale.

Frequently Asked Questions about Potale

Where is Potale located?
Potale village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potale?
Potale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Potale?
The pincode of Potale is 415103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potale is 1,857, with 962 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Potale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potale village has a total of 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potale is 77.65%. The male literacy rate is 80.35%, while the female literacy rate is 74.75%.