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.
Here you can discover what makes Porahat unique in its vibrant Sonua-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Porahat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Porahat has a total population of about 2,854, with approximately 1,432 males and 1,422 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 442 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 948. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.93%, with male literacy at about 65.08% and female literacy near 38.68%. There are around 685 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porahat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.