Pothing - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Pothing is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pothing village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothing is 050584. The village covers a total geographical area of 1148.24 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Pothing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pothing
According to the 2011 Census, Pothing village had a total population of 2,148 people, including 1,003 males and 1,145 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.15%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 62.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 2,148 | 1,003 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 165 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 118 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 753 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 250 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Pothing
Pothing 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 Pothing
Pothing is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Pothing is about 34 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 Pothing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pothing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pothing
Where is Pothing located?
Pothing village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pothing?
Pothing is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pothing?
The pincode of Pothing is 263632.
What is the population of Pothing?
Pothing had a total population of 2,148, including 1,003 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Pothing?
Pothing had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothing was 75.15%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 62.44%.