Porsa - Potka, East Singhbum
Porsa is a village situated in the Potka subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Jamshedpur. Gwalkanta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porsa is 363804. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 831002 pincode.
Porsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Porsa
As per Census 2011, Porsa village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 301 males and 307 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 540 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 301 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 269 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 152 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 149 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Porsa
Porsa 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 Porsa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Porsa.
| 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 Jamshedpur to Porsa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porsa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Porsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porsa 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 Porsa
Where is Porsa located?
Porsa village is located in Potka Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Porsa is Gwalkanta.
What is the pincode of Porsa?
The pincode of Porsa is 831002.
What is the population of Porsa?
Porsa has a total population of 608, including 301 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Porsa?
There are 120 households in Porsa.
What is the literacy rate in Porsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porsa is 41.78%. Male literacy is 50.50% and female literacy is 33.22%.