Poratha
Poratha is a village 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.
Poratha has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Poratha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poratha is 436981. The village spans a total geographical area of 842.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494444. Sakti is nearest town to Poratha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Poratha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poratha
Population of Poratha
Below is a concise population overview of Poratha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,379 | 2,174 | 2,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 277 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 455 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 742 | 374 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 2,832 | 1,608 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,547 | 566 | 981 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poratha village:
- The total population of Poratha village is around 4,379, including approximately 2,174 males and 2,205 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 540 children aged 0–6 years in Poratha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poratha village has 938 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 742 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poratha village is about 64.67%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 55.51%.
- There are around 925 households in Poratha village.
Connectivity of Poratha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poratha. As per the 2011 stats, Poratha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poratha
Knowing the nearby villages of Poratha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poratha.
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%.