Porda - Dasada, Surendranagar
Porda is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Porda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porda is 512136. The village covers a total geographical area of 1381.29 hectares and falls under the 363765 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porda
As per Census 2011, Porda village has a total population of 1,720 people, consisting of 925 males and 795 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,720 | 925 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 136 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 700 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 225 | 375 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. Porda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Porda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Porda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Porda
Where is Porda located?
Porda village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar 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 363765.
What is the population of Porda?
Porda has a total population of 1,720, including 925 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Porda?
There are 372 households in Porda.
What is the literacy rate in Porda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porda is 65.12%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 52.83%.