Porotola - 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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Porotola
According to the 2011 Census, Porotola village had a total population of 25 people, including 11 males and 14 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.22%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 25, including 11 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Porotola?
Porotola had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porotola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porotola was 22.22%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 18.18%.