Poronger - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Poronger is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bandgaon and around 110 km from Chaibasa. Jalasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poronger village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poronger is 377057. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Poronger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poronger
As per Census 2011, Poronger village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 274 males and 262 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poronger are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 274 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 266 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 148 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 126 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Poronger
Poronger is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarkandi | South | 1.76 km |
| Usram | East | 2.19 km |
| Koloeda | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Lupungkel | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Jalmai | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Kursi | North | 2.96 km |
| Soga | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Jalasar | West | 3.20 km |
| Bahabura | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Putida | South | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poronger
Poronger is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pakra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| 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 Chaibasa to Poronger is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poronger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poronger village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Poronger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poronger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poronger
Where is Poronger located?
Poronger village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poronger?
The Gram Panchayat of Poronger is Jalasar.
What is the pincode of Poronger?
The pincode of Poronger is 833201.
What is the population of Poronger?
Poronger has a total population of 536, including 274 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Poronger?
There are 105 households in Poronger.
What is the literacy rate in Poronger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poronger is 48.32%. Male literacy is 54.01% and female literacy is 42.37%.