Porapara

Porapara is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Tura.

Here you can discover what makes Porapara unique in its vibrant Selsella-West Garo Hills region. You’ll see Porapara’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 Porapara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porapara is 273094. Selsella is nearest town to Porapara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Porapara

According to the 2011 Census, Porapara has a total population of about 318, with approximately 179 males and 139 females. The sex ratio is around 776 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 317. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.66%, with male literacy at about 68.16% and female literacy near 39.57%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porapara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 318 179 139
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 20 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 317 179 138
Literate Population 177 122 55
Illiterate Population 141 57 84

Connectivity of Porapara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porapara. As per the 2011 stats, Porapara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Porapara

Knowing the nearby villages of Porapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porapara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Porapara

Where is Porapara located?
Porapara village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porapara?
The pincode of Porapara is 794105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porapara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porapara is 318, with 179 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Porapara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porapara village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porapara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porapara is 55.66%. The male literacy rate is 68.16%, while the female literacy rate is 39.57%.