Potanai
Potanai is a village located in Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Tirtol (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Potanai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Potanai unique in its vibrant Tirtol-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Potanai’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 Potanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potanai is 397533. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Paradip is nearest town to Potanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Potanai
Population of Potanai
According to the 2011 Census, Potanai has a total population of about 1,589, with approximately 810 males and 779 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.18%, with male literacy at about 83.70% and female literacy near 78.56%. There are around 384 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 810 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 95 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 678 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 132 | 167 |
Connectivity of Potanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potanai. As per the 2011 stats, Potanai 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 Potanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Potanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potanai
- Where is Potanai located?
- Potanai village is situated in Tirtol Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potanai?
- Potanai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Potanai?
- The pincode of Potanai is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potanai is 1,589, with 810 males and 779 females.
- How many households are there in Potanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potanai village has a total of 384 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potanai is 81.18%. The male literacy rate is 83.70%, while the female literacy rate is 78.56%.