Porai - Bausi, Banka
Porai is a village situated in the Bausi subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bausi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Babhangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porai is 242324. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Porai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Porai
As per Census 2011, Porai village has a total population of 2,422 people, consisting of 1,301 males and 1,121 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 842 literate and 1,580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,422 | 1,301 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 300 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 161 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 539 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,580 | 762 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Porai
Porai 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 Porai
Porai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Porai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Porai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Porai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porai
Where is Porai located?
Porai village is located in Bausi Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porai?
The Gram Panchayat of Porai is Babhangama.
What is the pincode of Porai?
The pincode of Porai is 813104.
What is the population of Porai?
Porai has a total population of 2,422, including 1,301 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Porai?
There are 516 households in Porai.
What is the literacy rate in Porai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porai is 34.76%. Male literacy is 41.43% and female literacy is 27.03%.