Porana
Porana is a village located in Radhanpur taluka of Patan district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanpur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Patan. As per 2009 stats, Porana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Porana unique in its vibrant Radhanpur-Patan region. You’ll see Porana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Porana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porana is 508695. The village spans a total geographical area of 1090.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385340. Radhanpur is nearest town to Porana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Porana 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 Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Porana
Population of Porana
According to the 2011 Census, Porana has a total population of about 2,338, with approximately 1,197 males and 1,141 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 402 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.78%, with male literacy at about 56.81% and female literacy near 32.16%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,338 | 1,197 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 680 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,291 | 517 | 774 |
Connectivity of Porana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porana. As per the 2011 stats, Porana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porana
Knowing the nearby villages of Porana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porana
- Where is Porana located?
- Porana village is situated in Radhanpur Taluka, within the Patan district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porana?
- Porana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Porana?
- The pincode of Porana is 385340, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Porana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porana is 2,338, with 1,197 males and 1,141 females.
- How many households are there in Porana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porana village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porana is 44.78%. The male literacy rate is 56.81%, while the female literacy rate is 32.16%.