Poraia - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Poraia is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sona Rai Tharhi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bhorajamua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poraia is 354123. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode.
Poraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poraia
According to the 2011 Census, Poraia village had a total population of 506 people, including 264 males and 242 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.39%, with male literacy at 71.71% and female literacy at 36.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 506 | 264 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 147 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 117 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Poraia
Poraia 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 Poraia
Public transport in the Poraia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Poraia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Deoghar to Poraia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poraia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poraia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Poraia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poraia 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 Poraia
Where is Poraia located?
Poraia village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Poraia is Bhorajamua.
What is the pincode of Poraia?
The pincode of Poraia is 814150.
What is the population of Poraia?
Poraia had a total population of 506, including 264 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Poraia?
Poraia had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poraia was 54.39%. Male literacy was 71.71% and female literacy was 36.08%.