Porahat
Porahat is a village located in Sonua subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sonuan (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Porahat village is also a gram panchayat.
Porahat has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Porahat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porahat is 376917. The village spans a total geographical area of 479 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833105. Sonua is nearest town to Porahat village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Porahat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Porahat
Population of Porahat
Below is a concise population overview of Porahat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,854 | 1,432 | 1,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 223 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 948 | 474 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 932 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,372 | 500 | 872 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Porahat village:
- The total population of Porahat village is around 2,854, including approximately 1,432 males and 1,422 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 442 children aged 0–6 years in Porahat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Porahat village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 948 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Porahat village is about 51.93%, with male literacy at 65.08% and female literacy at 38.68%.
- There are around 685 households in Porahat village.
Connectivity of Porahat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porahat. As per the 2011 stats, Porahat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porahat
Knowing the nearby villages of Porahat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porahat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porahat
- Where is Porahat located?
- Porahat village is situated in Sonua Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porahat?
- Porahat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Porahat?
- The pincode of Porahat is 833105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Porahat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porahat is 2,854, with 1,432 males and 1,422 females.
- How many households are there in Porahat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porahat village has a total of 685 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porahat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porahat is 51.93%. The male literacy rate is 65.08%, while the female literacy rate is 38.68%.