Poothi - Mawana, Meerut
Poothi is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Poothi, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Poothi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poothi is 118896. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.77 hectares and falls under the 250406 pincode.
Poothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poothi
As per Census 2011, Poothi village has a total population of 7,188 people, consisting of 3,787 males and 3,401 females. The village has 1,114 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,402 literate and 2,786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 938 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,188 | 3,787 | 3,401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,161 | 631 | 530 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 495 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 4,402 | 2,638 | 1,764 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,786 | 1,149 | 1,637 |
Nearby Villages of Poothi
Poothi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achikalan | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Shikhera | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Saidipur Sadipur Urf Ramnagar | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Kabirpur | South | 2.70 km |
| Bhirwara | North | 3.00 km |
| Achi Khurd | East | 3.16 km |
| Khanpur Banger | West | 3.30 km |
| Chitwana Sherpur | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Parichhatgarh | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poothi
Poothi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nurnagar, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 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 Poothi to Poothi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poothi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Poothi
Where is Poothi located?
Poothi village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poothi?
Poothi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poothi?
The pincode of Poothi is 250406.
What is the population of Poothi?
Poothi has a total population of 7,188, including 3,787 males and 3,401 females.
How many households are there in Poothi?
There are 1,114 households in Poothi.
What is the literacy rate in Poothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poothi is 61.24%. Male literacy is 69.66% and female literacy is 51.87%.