Potagan
Potagan is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Olandasargan is the gram panchayat of Potagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Potagan unique in its vibrant Baleshwar Sadar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Potagan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Potagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potagan is 392705. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756027. Baleshwar is nearest town to Potagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Potagan village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Potagan
Population of Potagan
According to the 2011 Census, Potagan has a total population of about 394, with approximately 215 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 832 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.49%, with male literacy at about 88.37% and female literacy near 75.42%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 215 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 325 | 190 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 25 | 44 |
Connectivity of Potagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potagan. As per the 2011 stats, Potagan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Potagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Potagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potagan
- Where is Potagan located?
- Potagan village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Potagan is Olandasargan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Potagan?
- The pincode of Potagan is 756027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potagan is 394, with 215 males and 179 females.
- How many households are there in Potagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potagan village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potagan is 82.49%. The male literacy rate is 88.37%, while the female literacy rate is 75.42%.