Porkrong

Porkrong is a village located in Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mawshynrut (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Porkrong 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 Porkrong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porkrong is 276380. Mawshynrut is nearest town to Porkrong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Porkrong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 148 81 67
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 16 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 147 81 66
Literate Population 107 57 50
Illiterate Population 41 24 17

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

  • The total population of Porkrong village is around 148, including approximately 81 males and 67 females, with a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Porkrong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porkrong village has 147 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Porkrong village is about 72.30%, with male literacy at 70.37% and female literacy at 74.63%.
  • There are around 25 households in Porkrong village.

Connectivity of Porkrong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porkrong. As per the 2011 stats, Porkrong 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 Porkrong

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

Hahuapara Upper Nongkyndang Mawehrang Nongkyndang Nongmawnar Tynghor Madan Jaiaw Nongkhlain Mawthawkrah Nongbaiu Nongpdeng

Frequently Asked Questions about Porkrong

Where is Porkrong located?
Porkrong village is situated in Mawshynrut Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porkrong?
The pincode of Porkrong is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porkrong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porkrong is 148, with 81 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Porkrong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porkrong village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porkrong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porkrong is 72.30%. The male literacy rate is 70.37%, while the female literacy rate is 74.63%.