Garhia Porsa - Porsa, Morena
Garhia Porsa is a village situated in the Porsa tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porsa and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Ghadia Porsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhia Porsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhia Porsa is 452088. The village covers a total geographical area of 651 hectares and falls under the 476115 pincode. Porsa is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Garhia Porsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhia Porsa
According to the 2011 Census, Garhia Porsa village had a total population of 2,929 people, including 1,610 males and 1,319 females, living in 523 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.06%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 68.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 473.
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 | 2,929 | 1,610 | 1,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 249 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 261 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,011 | 1,223 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 387 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Garhia Porsa
Garhia Porsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nand Ka Pura | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Chak Budhara | West | 1.92 km |
| Mateyapura | North | 1.98 km |
| Rithwari | East | 2.38 km |
| Dohrota | North | 2.56 km |
| Budhara | South | 3.41 km |
| Bhajpura | West | 3.44 km |
| Shahpura | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Sukand | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Kot | South | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhia Porsa
Garhia Porsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sondha Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Porsa to Garhia Porsa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Garhia Porsa is about 56 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 Garhia Porsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhia Porsa 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 Garhia Porsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhia Porsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhia Porsa
Where is Garhia Porsa located?
Garhia Porsa village is located in Porsa Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhia Porsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhia Porsa is Ghadia Porsa.
What is the pincode of Garhia Porsa?
The pincode of Garhia Porsa is 476115.
What is the population of Garhia Porsa?
Garhia Porsa had a total population of 2,929, including 1,610 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Garhia Porsa?
Garhia Porsa had 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhia Porsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhia Porsa was 80.06%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 68.46%.