Poraj
Poraj is a village located in Khamgaon tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khamgaon (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Poraj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poraj unique in its vibrant Khamgaon-Buldana region. You’ll see Poraj’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 Poraj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poraj is 528835. The village spans a total geographical area of 680.87 hectares. Khamgaon is nearest town to Poraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Poraj
Population of Poraj
According to the 2011 Census, Poraj has a total population of about 1,107, with approximately 577 males and 530 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 498 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 71.73%, with male literacy at about 77.30% and female literacy near 65.66%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poraj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,107 | 577 | 530 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 257 | 241 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 794 | 446 | 348 |
Illiterate Population | 313 | 131 | 182 |
Connectivity of Poraj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poraj. As per the 2011 stats, Poraj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poraj
Knowing the nearby villages of Poraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poraj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poraj
- Where is Poraj located?
- Poraj village is situated in Khamgaon Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poraj?
- Poraj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Poraj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poraj is 1,107, with 577 males and 530 females.
- How many households are there in Poraj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poraj village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poraj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poraj is 71.73%. The male literacy rate is 77.30%, while the female literacy rate is 65.66%.