Porabari - Balrampur, Katihar
Porabari is a village situated in the Balrampur subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balrampur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Sarif Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porabari is 224733. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 854317 pincode. Dalkhola(w.b.) is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Porabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Porabari
According to the 2011 Census, Porabari village had a total population of 121 people, including 63 males and 58 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.96%, with male literacy at 21.74% and female literacy at 10.42%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 53 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Porabari
Porabari 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 Porabari
Porabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Porabari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalkhola(w.b.) to Porabari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katihar to Porabari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Porabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porabari
Where is Porabari located?
Porabari village is located in Balrampur Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Porabari is Sarif Nagar.
What is the pincode of Porabari?
The pincode of Porabari is 854317.
What is the population of Porabari?
Porabari had a total population of 121, including 63 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Porabari?
Porabari had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porabari was 15.96%. Male literacy was 21.74% and female literacy was 10.42%.