Pora Pain
Pora Pain is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Porapain is the gram panchayat of Pora Pain village.
Pora Pain has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pora Pain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pora Pain is 004376. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Pora Pain village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pora Pain 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 Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Pora Pain
Below is a concise population overview of Pora Pain as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 | 425 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 119 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 264 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 161 | 271 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pora Pain village:
- The total population of Pora Pain village is around 855, including approximately 425 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Pora Pain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pora Pain village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 237 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pora Pain village is about 49.47%, with male literacy at 62.12% and female literacy at 36.98%.
- There are around 166 households in Pora Pain village.
Connectivity of Pora Pain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pora Pain. As per the 2011 stats, Pora Pain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pora Pain
Knowing the nearby villages of Pora Pain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pora Pain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pora Pain
- Where is Pora Pain located?
- Pora Pain village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pora Pain?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pora Pain is Porapain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pora Pain?
- The pincode of Pora Pain is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pora Pain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pora Pain is 855, with 425 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Pora Pain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pora Pain village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pora Pain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pora Pain is 49.47%. The male literacy rate is 62.12%, while the female literacy rate is 36.98%.