Potuguda
About Potuguda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potuguda village is 427358. Potuguda village is located in Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Umarkote (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Semala is the gram panchayat of Potuguda village.
The total geographical area of village is 92 hectares. Potuguda has a total population of 237 peoples, out of which male population is 112 while female population is 125. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1116 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potuguda village is 41.77% out of which 50.00% males and 34.40% females are literate. There are about 58 houses in potuguda village. Pincode of potuguda village locality is 764073.
When it comes to administration, Potuguda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Potuguda village comes under Umarkote Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Umarkote is nearest town to potuguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Potuguda
The population details of Potuguda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 56 | 82 |
Connectivity of Potuguda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potuguda
Where is Potuguda located?
Potuguda village is situated in Umarkote Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Potuguda is Semala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Potuguda?
The pincode of Potuguda is 764073, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Potuguda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potuguda is 237, with 112 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Potuguda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potuguda village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potuguda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potuguda is 41.77%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 34.40%.