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.
Here you can discover what makes Pota unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Pota’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 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.
Google Map of Pota
Population of Pota
According to the 2011 Census, Pota has a total population of about 659, with approximately 323 males and 336 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.16%, with male literacy at about 82.66% and female literacy near 83.63%. There are around 144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.