Poriu

Poriu is a village located in Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Mawshynrut (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Poriu has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Poriu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poriu is 276328. Mawshynrut is nearest town to Poriu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Poriu

Below is a concise population overview of Poriu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 197 96 101
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 25 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 196 96 100
Literate Population 115 56 59
Illiterate Population 82 40 42

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poriu village:

  • The total population of Poriu village is around 197, including approximately 96 males and 101 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Poriu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poriu village has 196 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Poriu village is about 58.38%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 58.42%.
  • There are around 38 households in Poriu village.

Connectivity of Poriu

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

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

Nearby Villages of Poriu

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

Langdongdai Nonghadok Porshken Lumsohsan Nongdubir Nonghawei Mawsmai Dobakdrop Malang Khasi Gohanimara Amagaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Poriu

Where is Poriu located?
Poriu village is situated in Mawshynrut Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Poriu?
The pincode of Poriu is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poriu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poriu is 197, with 96 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Poriu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poriu village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poriu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poriu is 58.38%. The male literacy rate is 58.33%, while the female literacy rate is 58.42%.