Porda - Thasra, Kheda
Porda is a village situated in the Thasra taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thasra and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Porda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porda is 517711. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.2 hectares and falls under the 388225 pincode. Dakor is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Thasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porda
According to the 2011 Census, Porda village had a total population of 1,625 people, including 819 males and 806 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.42%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 61.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 1,625 | 819 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 119 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 614 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 205 | 364 |
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
Public transport in the Porda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Porda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dakor to Porda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Porda is about 38 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Porda
Where is Porda located?
Porda village is located in Thasra 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 388225.
What is the population of Porda?
Porda had a total population of 1,625, including 819 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Porda?
Porda had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porda was 74.42%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 61.47%.