Poraia - Jamua, Giridih
Poraia is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Charghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poraia is 351339. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.69 hectares and falls under the 815318 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Poraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poraia
As per Census 2011, Poraia village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 287 males and 257 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poraia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 287 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 219 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 68 | 121 |
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 1-2 km of Poraia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Poraia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 <1 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Poraia
Where is Poraia located?
Poraia village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Poraia is Charghara.
What is the pincode of Poraia?
The pincode of Poraia is 815318.
What is the population of Poraia?
Poraia has a total population of 544, including 287 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Poraia?
There are 94 households in Poraia.
What is the literacy rate in Poraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poraia is 65.26%. Male literacy is 76.31% and female literacy is 52.92%.