Porejor - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Porejor is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Digghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porejor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porejor is 369339. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.69 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Porejor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Porejor
According to the 2011 Census, Porejor village had a total population of 417 people, including 223 males and 194 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 83.15% and female literacy at 62.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 417 | 223 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 153 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 70 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Porejor
Porejor 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 Porejor
Porejor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Porejor is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porejor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porejor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porejor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porejor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Porejor
Where is Porejor located?
Porejor village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porejor?
The Gram Panchayat of Porejor is Digghi.
What is the pincode of Porejor?
The pincode of Porejor is 814145.
What is the population of Porejor?
Porejor had a total population of 417, including 223 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Porejor?
Porejor had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porejor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porejor was 74.10%. Male literacy was 83.15% and female literacy was 62.84%.