Porkhi
Porkhi is a village located in Shadhora tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shadhora (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Jalalpur is the gram panchayat of Porkhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Porkhi unique in its vibrant Shadhora-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Porkhi’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 Porkhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porkhi is 500577. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Porkhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Porkhi
Population of Porkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Porkhi has a total population of about 210, with approximately 104 males and 106 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.00%, with male literacy at about 58.65% and female literacy near 41.51%. There are around 36 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porkhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 43 | 62 |
Connectivity of Porkhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porkhi. As per the 2011 stats, Porkhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porkhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Porkhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porkhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porkhi
- Where is Porkhi located?
- Porkhi village is situated in Shadhora Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porkhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Porkhi is Jalalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Porkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porkhi is 210, with 104 males and 106 females.
- How many households are there in Porkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porkhi village has a total of 36 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porkhi is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 58.65%, while the female literacy rate is 41.51%.