Porana - Radhanpur, Patan
Porana is a village situated in the Radhanpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Porana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porana is 508695. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.47 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Porana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porana
As per Census 2011, Porana village has a total population of 2,338 people, consisting of 1,197 males and 1,141 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 1,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porana are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 680 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,291 | 517 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Porana
Porana 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 Porana
Porana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Porana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Porana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Porana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porana 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 Porana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porana 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 Porana
Where is Porana located?
Porana village is located in Radhanpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porana?
Porana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Porana?
The pincode of Porana is 385340.
What is the population of Porana?
Porana has a total population of 2,338, including 1,197 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Porana?
There are 418 households in Porana.
What is the literacy rate in Porana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porana is 44.78%. Male literacy is 56.81% and female literacy is 32.16%.