Village code 1244

Potha Village, Surankote Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Potha is a village in Surankote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Punch district, Jammu & Kashmir. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Potha village map in Jammu & Kashmir
Potha village map image for Surankote Tehsil, Jammu & Kashmir.

Village Overview

Potha is a village in Surankote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Punch district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Potha, the population is 3,988, PIN code is 185202 and Census village code is 1244. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Potha village
Village code1244
PIN code185202
Population3,988
Households736
Area429 ha / 4.29 sq. km / 1,060 acres
Population density930 people per sq. km
Sex ratio811 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townSurankote
Current stateJammu & Kashmir
Census 2011 stateJammu & Kashmir
Current districtPunch
Census 2011 districtPunch

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 185202. This helps users verify the postal area for Potha, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Potha village
PIN code185202
Post offices linked with this PINPotha BO, Kalakot SO, Ambligurha, Dali BO, Darkeri BO, and Jignicoal BO
Best matching post officePotha BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records11
Postal districtRajouri
Postal stateJammu and Kashmir
Postal divisionRajouri Division
Postal circleJammu Kashmir Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Potha comes under Potha gram panchayat and Surankot C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Surankote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Surankote at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Punch, is 35 km away.

Administrative details for Potha
Current stateJammu & Kashmir
Census 2011 stateJammu & Kashmir
Current districtPunch
Census 2011 districtPunch
State code1
District code5
Tehsil / Census sub-district code19
C.D. Block code42
Block panchayat code42

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Potha village and its household count.

Total population

3,988 residents in 736 households

Male population

2,202

Female population

1,786

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 1; Scheduled Tribes: 262

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 6

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 2

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Potha
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Potha
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeAvailable
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMAvailable
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Potha
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power15 hours per day
Winter domestic power10 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Potha
Net area sown183 hectares
Irrigated area42 hectares
Unirrigated area141 hectares
Canal irrigated area42 hectares
Forest area93 hectares
Non-agricultural area78 hectares
Main cropMaize
Second cropWheat
Third cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Potha
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Punch, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Punch, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Potha

Surankote is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Surankote is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Potha
Nearest major townSurankote
Tehsil headquartersSurankote
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Potha. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Potha
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 6
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 2
Private Middle SchoolAvailable; 2
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Post OfficeAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
ATMAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable
Power Supply for Commercial UseAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Potha village located?

Potha is located in Surankote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Punch.

Which Tehsil is Potha in?

Potha is in Surankote Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Potha in?

District: Punch.

What is the village code of Potha?

The Census village code of Potha is 1244.

What is the PIN code of Potha?

The PIN code reported for Potha is 185202.

What is the population of Potha?

Potha has 3,988 residents in 736 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Potha part of?

Potha comes under Potha gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Potha?

The nearest statutory town to Potha is Surankote.

Which crops are grown in Potha?

The main crops reported for Potha are Maize, Wheat, and Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Potha?

Land-use details for Potha include net area sown: 183 hectares, irrigated area: 42 hectares, and unirrigated area: 141 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Potha?

Government primary school status for Potha is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Potha?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Potha?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Potha?

The total geographical area of Potha is 429 hectares.

How many households are in Potha?

Potha has 736 households as per Census 2011.

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