Pothulvai - Kataram, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Pothulvai is a village situated in the Kataram mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Kataram and around 107 km from Karimnagar. Ibrahimpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pothulvai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothulvai is 571846. The village covers a total geographical area of 581 hectares and falls under the 505503 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pothulvai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothulvai
According to the 2011 Census, Pothulvai village had a total population of 1,552 people, including 774 males and 778 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.41%, with male literacy at 62.48% and female literacy at 40.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 1,552 | 774 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 236 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 428 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 346 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Pothulvai
Pothulvai 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 Pothulvai
Pothulvai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramagundam to Pothulvai is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Pothulvai is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothulvai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothulvai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pothulvai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothulvai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pothulvai
Where is Pothulvai located?
Pothulvai village is located in Kataram Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothulvai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothulvai is Ibrahimpalli.
What is the pincode of Pothulvai?
The pincode of Pothulvai is 505503.
What is the population of Pothulvai?
Pothulvai had a total population of 1,552, including 774 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Pothulvai?
Pothulvai had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothulvai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothulvai was 51.41%. Male literacy was 62.48% and female literacy was 40.57%.