Pothai
About Pothai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pothai village is 311486. Pothai village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.8km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Pothai village. As per 2009 stats, Gophanagar is the gram panchayat of Pothai village.
The total geographical area of village is 59.96 hectares. Pothai has a total population of 268 peoples, out of which male population is 145 while female population is 123. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 848 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pothai village is 73.88% out of which 75.86% males and 71.54% females are literate. There are about 56 houses in pothai village. Pincode of pothai village locality is 733127.
When it comes to administration, Pothai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pothai village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to pothai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Pothai
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 110 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
Connectivity of Pothai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pothai
Where is Pothai located?
Pothai village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothai is Gophanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pothai?
The pincode of Pothai is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pothai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothai is 268, with 145 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Pothai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothai village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothai is 73.88%. The male literacy rate is 75.86%, while the female literacy rate is 71.54%.