Potharam - Tharigoppula, Jangoan
Potharam is a village situated in the Tharigoppula mandal of Jangoan district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from Narmetta and around 68 km from Warangal. Potharam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potharam is 577674. The village covers a total geographical area of 722 hectares and falls under the 506367 pincode. Jangaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Potharam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Potharam
As per Census 2011, Potharam village has a total population of 1,455 people, consisting of 734 males and 721 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potharam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 734 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 65 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 380 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 499 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 235 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Potharam
Potharam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Potharam
Potharam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jangaon to Potharam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Warangal to Potharam is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potharam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potharam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Potharam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potharam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potharam
Where is Potharam located?
Potharam village is located in Tharigoppula Mandal, Jangoan district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potharam?
Potharam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Potharam?
The pincode of Potharam is 506367.
What is the population of Potharam?
Potharam has a total population of 1,455, including 734 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Potharam?
There are 357 households in Potharam.
What is the literacy rate in Potharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potharam is 58.69%. Male literacy is 67.98% and female literacy is 49.24%.