Porla - Karsog, Mandi
Porla is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Teban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porla is 016278. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Porla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porla
According to the 2011 Census, Porla village had a total population of 361 people, including 175 males and 186 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 62.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 361 | 175 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 135 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 40 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Porla
Porla 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 Porla
Public transport in the Porla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Porla is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Porla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porla
Where is Porla located?
Porla village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porla?
The Gram Panchayat of Porla is Teban.
What is the pincode of Porla?
The pincode of Porla is 175011.
What is the population of Porla?
Porla had a total population of 361, including 175 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Porla?
Porla had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porla was 73.60%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 62.58%.