Potgaon

Potgaon is a village located in the Desaiganj (Vadasa) Subdivision of Gadchiroli district,Maharashtra, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Potgaon, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.

Potgaon Overview

Administrative & Basic Details
VillagePotgaon
Pincode441209
Area752 Sq. Km
Village Code538489
Sub-DistrictDesaiganj (Vadasa)
Sub-District Code4052
DistrictGadchiroli
District Code475
State/UTMaharashtra
State/UT Code27
Gram PanchayatPotgaon
Gram Panchayat Code174902
Block PanchayatDesaiganj (Wadsa)
Block Panchayat Code4733
Total Population (2011 Census)1403
Total Households379
Nearest TownKanker (Distance: 30 Km)

Potgaon has a population of 1403 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Potgaon Gram Panchayat and the Desaiganj (Wadsa) Block Panchayat in Desaiganj (Vadasa) District. The village has 379 households and is identified by village code 538489. Potgaon is located in the 441209 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Desaiganj (Vadasa) Sub-District.

Total Population of Potgaon

As of the 2011 census, Population of Potgaon has a population of approximately 1403 people, where the male population is 704 and the female population is 699.

Total 1403
Male 704
Female 699

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Potgaon

The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Potgaon is as follows:

Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste 231
Male 109
Female 122
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe 1315
Male 630
Female 685

Household in Potgaon

There are approximately 379 households in Potgaon. The average household size in the village is about 3 persons per house.

Type Stats
Household 379
People / Family 3

Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Potgaon

Potgaon falls under the Desaiganj (Vadasa) Assembly and Parliament Constituency. The nearest town to Potgaon is Desaiganj (Vadasa), which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.

Understanding Literacy Rates in Potgaon Village

As per the 2011 Census, Potgaon presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.

Literacy in Potgaon Village (2011):

Total 989
Male 568
Female 421

illiteracy in Potgaon Village (2011):

Total 414
Male 136
Female 278

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Connectivity of Potgaon

Connectivity Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Not Available
Railway Station Not Available
Communication Available

Electricity Facilities

Electricity Supply Available
Domestic Electricity Not Available
Agricultural Electricity Not Available
Other Electricity Uses Not Available
All Households Electrified Yes

Education Facilities

Has Education Facility?Available
Primary School2
Middle School1
Secondary School0
Senior Secondary0
College0

Medical Facilities

Medical FacilityAvailable (Within 3-5 km)
Allopathic Hospital0
Ayurvedic Hospital0
Unani Hospital0
Homeopathic Hospital0
DispensariesAllopathic: 0, Ayurvedic: 0, Unani: 0, Homeo: 0
Primary Health Centre (PHC)
Other Medical Centres0

Drinking Water Facilities

Water Facility Available
Tap Water Not Available
Well Available
Tank Available
Tubewell Not Available
Handpump Available
Other Sources Not Available

Nearby Villages of Potgaon

Frequently Asked Questions About Potgaon Village

The total population of Potgaon Village is approximately 1403 people.

The male population is 704, while the female population is 699.

Potgaon Village has about 379 households.

The average household size in Potgaon is approximately 3 people per household.

The total literate population is 989, which includes 568 males and 421 females.

The total illiterate population is 414, consisting of 136 males and 278 females.

There are 36 villages in the Desaiganj (Vadasa) Sub-District.

Potgaon Village falls under the Potgaon Gram Panchayat.

The Pincode for Potgaon Village is 441209.

Potgaon Village is part of the Desaiganj (Wadsa) Block Panchayat.