Paota - Tehla, Alwar
Paota is a village situated in the Tehla tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 46 km from Rajgarh and around 75 km from Alwar. Baldeogarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paota is 073352. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 301410 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Thanagazi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paota
As per Census 2011, Paota village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 861 males and 773 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 650 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 710 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 861 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 145 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 710 | 379 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 454 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 407 | 577 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barwa Doongri | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Nangal Chandel | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Nangal Karna | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Kala Deewala | South | 2.66 km |
| Syaluta | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Todi Ka Bas | West | 3.26 km |
| Sitapura | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Keetla | South | 3.56 km |
| Rundh Narayani | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Baldeogarh | North-East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paota
Paota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolvagram, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Paota is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Paota is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paota
Where is Paota located?
Paota village is located in Tehla Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paota?
The Gram Panchayat of Paota is Baldeogarh.
What is the pincode of Paota?
The pincode of Paota is 301410.
What is the population of Paota?
Paota has a total population of 1,634, including 861 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Paota?
There are 286 households in Paota.
What is the literacy rate in Paota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paota is 39.78%. Male literacy is 52.73% and female literacy is 25.36%.