Potna
Potna is a village located in Galsi I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.9km away from sub-district headquarter Galsi. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Potna village. As per 2009 stats, Potna Pursa is the gram panchayat of Potna village.
Potna has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Potna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potna is 319936. The village spans a total geographical area of 460.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713406. Burdwan is nearest town to Potna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Potna
Population of Potna
Below is a concise population overview of Potna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,873 | 926 | 947 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 425 | 437 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
Literate Population | 1,152 | 651 | 501 |
Illiterate Population | 721 | 275 | 446 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potna village:
- The total population of Potna village is around 1,873, including approximately 926 males and 947 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Potna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Potna village has 862 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 131 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Potna village is about 61.51%, with male literacy at 70.30% and female literacy at 52.90%.
- There are around 443 households in Potna village.
Connectivity of Potna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potna. As per the 2011 stats, Potna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Potna
Knowing the nearby villages of Potna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potna
- Where is Potna located?
- Potna village is situated in Galsi I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Potna is Potna Pursa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Potna?
- The pincode of Potna is 713406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potna is 1,873, with 926 males and 947 females.
- How many households are there in Potna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potna village has a total of 443 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potna is 61.51%. The male literacy rate is 70.30%, while the female literacy rate is 52.90%.