Pothing

Pothing is a village located in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kapkot (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Pothing village is also a gram panchayat.

Pothing has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar 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 Pothing

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothing is 050584. The village spans a total geographical area of 1148.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263633. Bageshwar is nearest town to Pothing village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Pothing

Below is a concise population overview of Pothing as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,148 1,003 1,145
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 341 165 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 250 118 132
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,358 753 605
Illiterate Population 790 250 540

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pothing village:

  • The total population of Pothing village is around 2,148, including approximately 1,003 males and 1,145 females, with a sex ratio of 1141 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 341 children aged 0–6 years in Pothing village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothing village has 250 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pothing village is about 63.22%, with male literacy at 75.07% and female literacy at 52.84%.
  • There are around 453 households in Pothing village.

Connectivity of Pothing

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothing. As per the 2011 stats, Pothing 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pothing

Knowing the nearby villages of Pothing helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothing.

Sulmati Chore Kharak Cheera Bagar Kanyuti Bhadaura Bhani Jhopara Malladesh Kiroli Bamsera Aithar

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothing

Where is Pothing located?
Pothing village is situated in Kapkot Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothing?
Pothing serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pothing?
The pincode of Pothing is 263633, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pothing as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothing is 2,148, with 1,003 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Pothing as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothing village has a total of 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothing as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothing is 63.22%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 52.84%.