Porda - Mahudha, Kheda
Porda is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Porda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porda is 517646. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.79 hectares and falls under the 387630 pincode. Kathlal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Porda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porda
According to the 2011 Census, Porda village had a total population of 780 people, including 412 males and 368 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.12%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 71.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 780 | 412 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 320 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 92 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Porda
Porda 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 Porda
Porda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathlal to Porda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Porda is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Porda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porda 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 Porda
Where is Porda located?
Porda village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porda?
Porda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Porda?
The pincode of Porda is 387630.
What is the population of Porda?
Porda had a total population of 780, including 412 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Porda?
Porda had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porda was 81.12%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 71.21%.