Potharam (S) - Husnabad, Siddipet
Potharam (S) is a village situated in the Husnabad mandal of Siddipet district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from Husnabad and around 43 km from Karimnagar. Potharam (S) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potharam (S) is 572612. The village covers a total geographical area of 719 hectares and falls under the 505467 pincode. Karimnagar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Potharam (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Potharam (S)
As per Census 2011, Potharam (S) village has a total population of 2,398 people, consisting of 1,190 males and 1,208 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,440 literate and 958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potharam (S) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,398 | 1,190 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 95 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 218 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,440 | 848 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 342 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Potharam (S)
Potharam (S) 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 (S)
Potharam (S) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karimnagar to Potharam (S) is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potharam (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potharam (S) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Potharam (S)
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 (S) 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 Potharam (S)
Where is Potharam (S) located?
Potharam (S) village is located in Husnabad Mandal, Siddipet district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potharam (S)?
Potharam (S) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Potharam (S)?
The pincode of Potharam (S) is 505467.
What is the population of Potharam (S)?
Potharam (S) has a total population of 2,398, including 1,190 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Potharam (S)?
There are 656 households in Potharam (S).
What is the literacy rate in Potharam (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potharam (S) is 60.05%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 49.01%.