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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Poraia
According to the 2011 Census, Poraia village had a total population of 544 people, including 287 males and 257 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.06%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 544 | 287 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 544, including 287 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Poraia?
Poraia had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poraia was 79.06%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 62.39%.