Pota

Pota is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Potta is the gram panchayat of Pota village.

Pota has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Pota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pota is 031130. The village spans a total geographical area of 200 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Pota village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pota

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 659 323 336
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 30 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 277 128 149
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 548 267 281
Illiterate Population 111 56 55

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

  • The total population of Pota village is around 659, including approximately 323 males and 336 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Pota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pota village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pota village is about 83.16%, with male literacy at 82.66% and female literacy at 83.63%.
  • There are around 144 households in Pota village.

Connectivity of Pota

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pota

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pota

Where is Pota located?
Pota village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pota?
The Gram Panchayat of Pota is Potta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pota?
The pincode of Pota is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pota is 659, with 323 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Pota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pota village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pota is 83.16%. The male literacy rate is 82.66%, while the female literacy rate is 83.63%.