Pottangi

Pottangi is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Pottangi village is also a gram panchayat.

Pottangi has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Pottangi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pottangi is 430025. The village spans a total geographical area of 997 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Pottangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Pottangi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,401 2,165 2,236
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 606 318 288
Scheduled Castes (SC) 333 146 187
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,855 910 945
Literate Population 2,361 1,332 1,029
Illiterate Population 2,040 833 1,207

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

  • The total population of Pottangi village is around 4,401, including approximately 2,165 males and 2,236 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 606 children aged 0–6 years in Pottangi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pottangi village has 333 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,855 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pottangi village is about 53.65%, with male literacy at 61.52% and female literacy at 46.02%.
  • There are around 1,137 households in Pottangi village.

Connectivity of Pottangi

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

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

Nearby Villages of Pottangi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pottangi

Where is Pottangi located?
Pottangi village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pottangi?
Pottangi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pottangi?
The pincode of Pottangi is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pottangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pottangi is 4,401, with 2,165 males and 2,236 females.
How many households are there in Pottangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pottangi village has a total of 1,137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pottangi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pottangi is 53.65%. The male literacy rate is 61.52%, while the female literacy rate is 46.02%.