Paota - Kathumar, Alwar
Paota is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Noorpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paota is 073743. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 321605 pincode. Nagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Paota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paota
As per Census 2011, Paota village has a total population of 1,042 people, consisting of 569 males and 473 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 569 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 91 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 156 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 262 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 403 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 166 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Paota
Paota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | West | 1.44 km |
| Ishroti | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Titpuri | North | 1.71 km |
| Bhojpura | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Kankroli | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Ishrota | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Ganjpur | West | 2.84 km |
| Ranoli | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Ajeetpura | North | 3.03 km |
| Badika | South-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paota
Public transport in the Paota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brij Nagar, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagar to Paota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Paota is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paota
Where is Paota located?
Paota village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paota?
The Gram Panchayat of Paota is Noorpur.
What is the pincode of Paota?
The pincode of Paota is 321605.
What is the population of Paota?
Paota has a total population of 1,042, including 569 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Paota?
There are 185 households in Paota.
What is the literacy rate in Paota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paota is 58.45%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 43.55%.