Porakhasia - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Porakhasia is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from Dalu and around 77 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porakhasia is 274309. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Porakhasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porakhasia
As per Census 2011, Porakhasia village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 434 males and 358 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porakhasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 434 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 303 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 131 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Porakhasia
Porakhasia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Porakhasia
Porakhasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tura to Porakhasia is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porakhasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porakhasia 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 Porakhasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porakhasia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porakhasia
Where is Porakhasia located?
Porakhasia village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porakhasia?
The pincode of Porakhasia is 794103.
What is the population of Porakhasia?
Porakhasia has a total population of 792, including 434 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Porakhasia?
There are 174 households in Porakhasia.
What is the literacy rate in Porakhasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porakhasia is 59.85%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 47.77%.