Potan - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Potan is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bageshwar and around 35 km from Bageshwar. Pothan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potan is 050873. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.41 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Potan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Potan
According to the 2011 Census, Potan village had a total population of 204 people, including 99 males and 105 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.69%, with male literacy at 91.86% and female literacy at 61.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 99 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 20 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Potan
Potan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Potan
Potan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Potan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Potan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Potan
Where is Potan located?
Potan village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potan?
The Gram Panchayat of Potan is Pothan.
What is the pincode of Potan?
The pincode of Potan is 263634.
What is the population of Potan?
Potan had a total population of 204, including 99 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Potan?
Potan had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potan was 75.69%. Male literacy was 91.86% and female literacy was 61.05%.