Potia - Sarangapur, Nirmal
Potia is a village situated in the Sarangapur mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 17 km from Sarangapur and around 110 km from Adilabad. Dupya Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potia is 570073. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255 hectares and falls under the 504110 pincode. Nirmal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Potia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Potia
As per Census 2011, Potia village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,118 males and 1,092 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,999 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,118 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 173 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,999 | 1,012 | 987 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 585 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 533 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Potia
Potia 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 Potia
Potia 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 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 Potia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Potia is about 110 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 Potia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Potia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Potia
Where is Potia located?
Potia village is located in Sarangapur Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potia?
The Gram Panchayat of Potia is Dupya Thanda.
What is the pincode of Potia?
The pincode of Potia is 504110.
What is the population of Potia?
Potia has a total population of 2,210, including 1,118 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Potia?
There are 470 households in Potia.
What is the literacy rate in Potia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potia is 41.54%. Male literacy is 52.33% and female literacy is 30.49%.