Potha

Potha is a village located in Gabhana tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gabhana (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Pothi is the gram panchayat of Potha village.

Potha has its own place in the vibrant Aligarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Potha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potha is 121992. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.44 hectares. Aligarh is nearest town to Potha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Potha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aligarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Potha

Below is a concise population overview of Potha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 693 367 326
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 60 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 184 102 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 447 282 165
Illiterate Population 246 85 161

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potha village:

  • The total population of Potha village is around 693, including approximately 367 males and 326 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Potha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Potha village has 184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Potha village is about 64.50%, with male literacy at 76.84% and female literacy at 50.61%.
  • There are around 91 households in Potha village.

Connectivity of Potha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potha. As per the 2011 stats, Potha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Potha

Knowing the nearby villages of Potha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potha.

Pratappur Gol Garhi Madan Garhi Songra Tamkauli Malikpuraa Madho Garh Ramnagar Shyampur Barauli Pokhar Garhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Potha

Where is Potha located?
Potha village is situated in Gabhana Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potha?
The Gram Panchayat of Potha is Pothi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Potha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potha is 693, with 367 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potha village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potha is 64.50%. The male literacy rate is 76.84%, while the female literacy rate is 50.61%.