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.
Here you can discover what makes Pottangi unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Pottangi’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 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.
Google Map of Pottangi
Population of Pottangi
According to the 2011 Census, Pottangi has a total population of about 4,401, with approximately 2,165 males and 2,236 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 606 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,855. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.65%, with male literacy at about 61.52% and female literacy near 46.02%. There are around 1,137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pottangi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.