Poratha
About Poratha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poratha village is 436981. Poratha village is located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Portha is the gram panchayat of Poratha village.
The total geographical area of village is 842.44 hectares. Poratha has a total population of 4,379 peoples, out of which male population is 2,174 while female population is 2,205. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1014 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poratha village is 64.67% out of which 73.97% males and 55.51% females are literate. There are about 925 houses in poratha village. Pincode of poratha village locality is 494444.
When it comes to administration, Poratha 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, Poratha village comes under Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Sakti is nearest town to poratha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Poratha
The population details of Poratha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,379 | 2,174 | 2,205 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 540 | 277 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 938 | 455 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 742 | 374 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 2,832 | 1,608 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,547 | 566 | 981 |
Connectivity of Poratha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poratha
Where is Poratha located?
Poratha village is situated in Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poratha?
The Gram Panchayat of Poratha is Portha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poratha?
The pincode of Poratha is 494444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poratha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poratha is 4,379, with 2,174 males and 2,205 females.
How many households are there in Poratha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poratha village has a total of 925 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poratha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poratha is 64.67%. The male literacy rate is 73.97%, while the female literacy rate is 55.51%.