Pottalgaon - Bheden, Bargarh
Pottalgaon is a village situated in the Bheden tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bheden and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ainlapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pottalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pottalgaon is 380562. The village covers a total geographical area of 593 hectares and falls under the 768104 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pottalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pottalgaon
As per Census 2011, Pottalgaon village has a total population of 1,132 people, consisting of 581 males and 551 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 764 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pottalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 581 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 445 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 136 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Pottalgaon
Pottalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargaon | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Padhanpali | West | 1.45 km |
| Dhubenpali | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Latakera | West | 2.70 km |
| Kubedega | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Katapali | South | 2.80 km |
| Grindola | North | 2.91 km |
| Burkel | West | 3.14 km |
| Jandol | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Gurupali | South | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pottalgaon
Public transport in the Pottalgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpali to Pottalgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Pottalgaon is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pottalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pottalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pottalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pottalgaon 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 Pottalgaon
Where is Pottalgaon located?
Pottalgaon village is located in Bheden Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pottalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pottalgaon is Ainlapali.
What is the pincode of Pottalgaon?
The pincode of Pottalgaon is 768104.
What is the population of Pottalgaon?
Pottalgaon has a total population of 1,132, including 581 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Pottalgaon?
There are 265 households in Pottalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pottalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pottalgaon is 67.49%. Male literacy is 76.59% and female literacy is 57.89%.