Potia

Potia is a village located in Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mahakalapada (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Badihi is the gram panchayat of Potia village.

Potia has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 Potia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potia is 397035. The village spans a total geographical area of 169 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754224. Kendrapara is nearest town to Potia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Potia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 686 355 331
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 45 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 164 85 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 529 289 240
Illiterate Population 157 66 91

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

  • The total population of Potia village is around 686, including approximately 355 males and 331 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Potia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Potia village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Potia village is about 77.11%, with male literacy at 81.41% and female literacy at 72.51%.
  • There are around 160 households in Potia village.

Connectivity of Potia

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Potia

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

Maliancha Kanpur Ranki Arada Bijayanagar Jasuapalli Sri Chandan Pur Sankhapada Balipal Ghantia Palli Kalapara

Frequently Asked Questions about Potia

Where is Potia located?
Potia village is situated in Mahakalapada Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potia?
The Gram Panchayat of Potia is Badihi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Potia?
The pincode of Potia is 754224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potia is 686, with 355 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Potia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potia village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potia is 77.11%. The male literacy rate is 81.41%, while the female literacy rate is 72.51%.