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.

Here you can discover what makes Potaria unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Potaria’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 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.

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Population of Potaria

According to the 2011 Census, Potaria has a total population of about 3,343, with approximately 1,713 males and 1,630 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 563 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 320 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 61.32%, with male literacy at about 68.18% and female literacy near 54.11%. There are around 452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Potaria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.