Poran
Poran is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 152km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Poran village. As per 2009 stats, Paudia Bp is the gram panchayat of Poran village.
Here you can discover what makes Poran unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Poran’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 Poran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poran is 025696. The village spans a total geographical area of 178 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Poran village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Poran 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 Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poran
Population of Poran
According to the 2011 Census, Poran has a total population of about 190, with approximately 92 males and 98 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 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 63.16%, with male literacy at about 69.57% and female literacy near 57.14%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Connectivity of Poran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poran. As per the 2011 stats, Poran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poran
Knowing the nearby villages of Poran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poran
- Where is Poran located?
- Poran village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poran is Paudia Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poran?
- The pincode of Poran is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poran is 190, with 92 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Poran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poran village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poran is 63.16%. The male literacy rate is 69.57%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.