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
According to the 2011 Census, Porana village had a total population of 2,338 people, including 1,197 males and 1,141 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.08%, with male literacy at 68.34% and female literacy at 39.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 2,338 | 1,197 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,338, including 1,197 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Porana?
Porana had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porana was 54.08%. Male literacy was 68.34% and female literacy was 39.00%.