Pottangi - Pottangi, Koraput
Pottangi is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pottangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pottangi is 430025. The village covers a total geographical area of 997 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pottangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pottangi
As per Census 2011, Pottangi village has a total population of 4,401 people, consisting of 2,165 males and 2,236 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 606 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,361 literate and 2,040 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,855 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pottangi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pottangi
Pottangi 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 Pottangi
Pottangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Pottangi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pottangi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pottangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pottangi 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 Pottangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pottangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pottangi
Where is Pottangi located?
Pottangi village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pottangi?
Pottangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pottangi?
The pincode of Pottangi is 764039.
What is the population of Pottangi?
Pottangi has a total population of 4,401, including 2,165 males and 2,236 females.
How many households are there in Pottangi?
There are 1,137 households in Pottangi.
What is the literacy rate in Pottangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pottangi is 53.65%. Male literacy is 61.52% and female literacy is 46.02%.