Potaria
Potaria is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Potaria village is also a gram panchayat.
Potaria has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Potaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potaria is 200575. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.91 hectares. Jounpur is nearest town to Potaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
As per 2019 stats, Potaria village comes under Jaunpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Potaria
Population of Potaria
Below is a concise population overview of Potaria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,343 | 1,713 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 267 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 171 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,050 | 1,168 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 545 | 748 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potaria village:
- The total population of Potaria village is around 3,343, including approximately 1,713 males and 1,630 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 563 children aged 0–6 years in Potaria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Potaria village has 320 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Potaria village is about 61.32%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 54.11%.
- There are around 452 households in Potaria village.
Connectivity of Potaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potaria. As per the 2011 stats, Potaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Potaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Potaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potaria
- Where is Potaria located?
- Potaria village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potaria?
- Potaria serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Potaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potaria is 3,343, with 1,713 males and 1,630 females.
- How many households are there in Potaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potaria village has a total of 452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potaria is 61.32%. The male literacy rate is 68.18%, while the female literacy rate is 54.11%.