Porala - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Porala is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porala is 395669. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Porala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porala
As per Census 2011, Porala village has a total population of 413 people, consisting of 206 males and 207 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 94 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 206 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 170 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 36 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Porala
Porala 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 Porala
Porala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Porala is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Porala is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Porala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Porala
Where is Porala located?
Porala village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porala?
The Gram Panchayat of Porala is Kantapada.
What is the pincode of Porala?
The pincode of Porala is 754220.
What is the population of Porala?
Porala has a total population of 413, including 206 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Porala?
There are 98 households in Porala.
What is the literacy rate in Porala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porala is 77.24%. Male literacy is 82.52% and female literacy is 71.98%.