Pothi
Pothi is a village located in Gabhana tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gabhana (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Pothi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pothi unique in its vibrant Gabhana-Aligarh region. You’ll see Pothi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pothi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothi is 122017. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.84 hectares. Gabhana is nearest town to Pothi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pothi 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.
Google Map of Pothi
Population of Pothi
According to the 2011 Census, Pothi has a total population of about 2,466, with approximately 1,314 males and 1,152 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 450 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 473 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.75%, with male literacy at about 69.86% and female literacy near 43.92%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pothi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,466 | 1,314 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 249 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 252 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,424 | 918 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 396 | 646 |
Connectivity of Pothi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothi. As per the 2011 stats, Pothi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Pothi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pothi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothi
- Where is Pothi located?
- Pothi village is situated in Gabhana Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pothi?
- Pothi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pothi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothi is 2,466, with 1,314 males and 1,152 females.
- How many households are there in Pothi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pothi village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pothi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothi is 57.75%. The male literacy rate is 69.86%, while the female literacy rate is 43.92%.