Poota - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Poota is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Poota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poota is 204407. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.09 hectares and falls under the 233304 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Poota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poota
As per Census 2011, Poota village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,196 males and 1,161 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,473 literate and 884 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,196 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 223 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 252 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 1,473 | 845 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 351 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Poota
Poota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajpur | South | 0.80 km |
| Idilpur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Mahmudpur | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Tadirpur | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Koyalawar | North | 1.20 km |
| Marvan | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Hajiabad | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Fatehpur Panjum | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Sammanpur Newada | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Manjharia | South-West | 1.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poota
Public transport in the Poota is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Taraon, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| 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 Ghazipur to Poota is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Poota is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poota 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 Poota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poota 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poota
Where is Poota located?
Poota village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poota?
Poota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poota?
The pincode of Poota is 233304.
What is the population of Poota?
Poota has a total population of 2,357, including 1,196 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Poota?
There are 344 households in Poota.
What is the literacy rate in Poota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poota is 62.49%. Male literacy is 70.65% and female literacy is 54.09%.