Porsola - Boriguma, Koraput
Porsola is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dengapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porsola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porsola is 428207. The village covers a total geographical area of 866 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Porsola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porsola
As per Census 2011, Porsola village has a total population of 2,534 people, consisting of 1,261 males and 1,273 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 763 literate and 1,771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porsola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,534 | 1,261 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 248 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 354 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,224 | 610 | 614 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 506 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,771 | 755 | 1,016 |
Nearby Villages of Porsola
Porsola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patigan | West | 1.89 km |
| Sankarada | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Aunli | East | 2.52 km |
| Dedesapali | North | 2.53 km |
| Badaparia | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Champia | South | 3.57 km |
| Dengapadar | West | 3.67 km |
| Pujariguda | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Dahibhata | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Majhia | South-East | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porsola
Porsola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Porsola is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Porsola is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porsola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porsola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porsola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porsola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Porsola
Where is Porsola located?
Porsola village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porsola?
The Gram Panchayat of Porsola is Dengapadar.
What is the pincode of Porsola?
The pincode of Porsola is 764056.
What is the population of Porsola?
Porsola has a total population of 2,534, including 1,261 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Porsola?
There are 542 households in Porsola.
What is the literacy rate in Porsola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porsola is 30.11%. Male literacy is 40.13% and female literacy is 20.19%.