Pothangal - Pothangal, Nizamabad
Pothangal is a village situated in the Pothangal mandal of Nizamabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Kotagiri and around 49 km from Nizamabad. Hangarga Faram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pothangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothangal is 571029. The village covers a total geographical area of 1317 hectares and falls under the 503207 pincode. Bodhan is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Pothangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothangal
As per Census 2011, Pothangal village has a total population of 6,704 people, consisting of 3,307 males and 3,397 females. The village has 1,575 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 754 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,408 literate and 3,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 666 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,704 | 3,307 | 3,397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 754 | 378 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 666 | 332 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,408 | 1,942 | 1,466 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,296 | 1,365 | 1,931 |
Nearby Villages of Pothangal
Pothangal 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 Pothangal
Pothangal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pothangal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodhan to Pothangal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Pothangal is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pothangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pothangal
Where is Pothangal located?
Pothangal village is located in Pothangal Mandal, Nizamabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothangal is Hangarga Faram.
What is the pincode of Pothangal?
The pincode of Pothangal is 503207.
What is the population of Pothangal?
Pothangal has a total population of 6,704, including 3,307 males and 3,397 females.
How many households are there in Pothangal?
There are 1,575 households in Pothangal.
What is the literacy rate in Pothangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothangal is 50.84%. Male literacy is 58.72% and female literacy is 43.16%.