Porshken - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Porshken is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porshken is 276325. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Porshken village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Porshken
According to the 2011 Census, Porshken village had a total population of 90 people, including 48 males and 42 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.71%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 26 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 22 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Porshken
Porshken 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 Porshken
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Porshken.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nongstoin to Porshken is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porshken
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porshken 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 Porshken
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porshken 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porshken
Where is Porshken located?
Porshken village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porshken?
The pincode of Porshken is 793126.
What is the population of Porshken?
Porshken had a total population of 90, including 48 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Porshken?
Porshken had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porshken?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porshken was 62.71%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 42.31%.