Potak - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Potak is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Bhitarandhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potak is 397322. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Potak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Potak
According to the 2011 Census, Potak village had a total population of 356 people, including 193 males and 163 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.73%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 81.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 356 | 193 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 161 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Potak
Potak 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 Potak
Potak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Potak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Potak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Potak is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Potak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Potak
Where is Potak located?
Potak village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Potak?
The Gram Panchayat of Potak is Bhitarandhari.
What is the pincode of Potak?
The pincode of Potak is 754139.
What is the population of Potak?
Potak had a total population of 356, including 193 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Potak?
Potak had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potak was 87.73%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 81.70%.