Porsakhurd - Seondha, Datia
Porsakhurd is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Maliyapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porsakhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porsakhurd is 454440. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.02 hectares and falls under the 475673 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Porsakhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Porsakhurd
According to the 2011 Census, Porsakhurd village had a total population of 695 people, including 375 males and 320 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.15%, with male literacy at 79.68% and female literacy at 46.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 695 | 375 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 60 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 251 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 124 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Porsakhurd
Porsakhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnehar | South | 1.14 km |
| Dharampura | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Rampurakhurd | West | 1.74 km |
| Adlispura | West | 2.02 km |
| Bhagupura | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Raipurakhurd | South | 2.30 km |
| Badokhari | East | 2.50 km |
| Maliyapura | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Porsa | South | 2.83 km |
| Vyaspura | North | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porsakhurd
Porsakhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Erich Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seondha to Porsakhurd is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Porsakhurd 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 Porsakhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porsakhurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porsakhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porsakhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Porsakhurd
Where is Porsakhurd located?
Porsakhurd village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porsakhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Porsakhurd is Maliyapura.
What is the pincode of Porsakhurd?
The pincode of Porsakhurd is 475673.
What is the population of Porsakhurd?
Porsakhurd had a total population of 695, including 375 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Porsakhurd?
Porsakhurd had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porsakhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porsakhurd was 64.15%. Male literacy was 79.68% and female literacy was 46.81%.