Potharam - Mamada, Nirmal
Potharam is a village situated in the Mamada mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Mamda and around 114 km from Adilabad. Potharam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potharam is 570418. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 504310 pincode. Nirmal is the nearest town, located about 30 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 1,066 people, consisting of 513 males and 553 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potharam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 513 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 254 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 259 | 409 |
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 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 Nirmal to Potharam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Potharam is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Potharam
Where is Potharam located?
Potharam village is located in Mamada Mandal, Nirmal 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 504310.
What is the population of Potharam?
Potharam has a total population of 1,066, including 513 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Potharam?
There are 268 households in Potharam.
What is the literacy rate in Potharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potharam is 37.34%. Male literacy is 49.51% and female literacy is 26.04%.