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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Potharam village had a total population of 1,455 people, including 734 males and 721 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.80%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 54.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 765, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Potharam?
Potharam is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Potharam?
The pincode of Potharam is 506367.
What is the population of Potharam?
Potharam had a total population of 1,455, including 734 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Potharam?
Potharam had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potharam was 64.80%. Male literacy was 74.59% and female literacy was 54.70%.