Porshken

Porshken is a village located in Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mawshynrut (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Porshken 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 Porshken

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porshken is 276325. Mawshynrut is nearest town to Porshken village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Porshken

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 90 48 42
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 15 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 90 48 42
Literate Population 37 26 11
Illiterate Population 53 22 31

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

  • The total population of Porshken village is around 90, including approximately 48 males and 42 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Porshken village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porshken village has 90 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Porshken village is about 41.11%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 26.19%.
  • There are around 17 households in Porshken village.

Connectivity of Porshken

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

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

Porla Nongtrai Parmawlein Langdongdai Nonghadok Lumsohsan Nongdubir Poriu Nonghawei Mawsmai Dobakdrop

Frequently Asked Questions about Porshken

Where is Porshken located?
Porshken village is situated in Mawshynrut Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porshken?
The pincode of Porshken is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porshken is 90, with 48 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Porshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porshken village has a total of 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porshken as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porshken is 41.11%. The male literacy rate is 54.17%, while the female literacy rate is 26.19%.