Potharam - Mutharam (Manthani), Peddapalli
Potharam is a village situated in the Mutharam (Manthani) mandal of Peddapalli district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Mutharam (manthani) and around 70 km from Karimnagar. Mydambanda serves as the Grama Panchayat for Potharam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potharam is 571953. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 505153 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 37 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 699 people, including 364 males and 335 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.15%, with male literacy at 57.01% and female literacy at 36.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 699 | 364 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 191 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 173 | 220 |
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
Public transport in the Potharam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramagundam to Potharam is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Potharam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 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 Mutharam (Manthani) Mandal, Peddapalli district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Potharam?
The Grama Panchayat of Potharam is Mydambanda.
What is the pincode of Potharam?
The pincode of Potharam is 505153.
What is the population of Potharam?
Potharam had a total population of 699, including 364 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Potharam?
Potharam had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potharam was 47.15%. Male literacy was 57.01% and female literacy was 36.62%.