Potrel - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Potrel is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Orkel and around 19 km from Malkangiri . Potrel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potrel is 430927. The village covers a total geographical area of 1494 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Potrel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Potrel
As per Census 2011, Potrel village has a total population of 3,088 people, consisting of 1,522 males and 1,566 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,321 literate and 1,767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,598 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potrel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,088 | 1,522 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 277 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 858 | 426 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,598 | 788 | 810 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 798 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,767 | 724 | 1,043 |
Nearby Villages of Potrel
Potrel 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 Potrel
Potrel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Balimela to Potrel is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Potrel is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potrel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potrel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Potrel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potrel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Potrel
Where is Potrel located?
Potrel village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potrel?
Potrel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Potrel?
The pincode of Potrel is 764051.
What is the population of Potrel?
Potrel has a total population of 3,088, including 1,522 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Potrel?
There are 667 households in Potrel.
What is the literacy rate in Potrel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potrel is 42.78%. Male literacy is 52.43% and female literacy is 33.40%.