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
According to the 2011 Census, Porakhasia village had a total population of 792 people, including 434 males and 358 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.43%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 54.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 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 had a total population of 792, including 434 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Porakhasia?
Porakhasia had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porakhasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porakhasia was 67.43%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 54.63%.