Porotola Village - Barhait, Sahebganj
Porotola is a village situated in the Barhait subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Barhait and around 55 km from Sahibganj. Khijurkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porotola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porotola is 358778. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.13 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Porotola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Porotola
As per Census 2011, Porotola village has a total population of 25 people, consisting of 11 males and 14 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,272 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porotola are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Porotola
Porotola 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 Porotola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Porotola.
| 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 Sahibganj to Porotola is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porotola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porotola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Porotola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porotola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porotola
Where is Porotola located?
Porotola village is located in Barhait Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porotola?
The Gram Panchayat of Porotola is Khijurkhal.
What is the pincode of Porotola?
The pincode of Porotola is 816129.
What is the population of Porotola?
Porotola has a total population of 25, including 11 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Porotola?
There are 4 households in Porotola.
What is the literacy rate in Porotola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porotola is 16.00%. Male literacy is 18.18% and female literacy is 14.29%.