Porapadar - Similiguda, Koraput
Porapadar is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Nandapur and around 39 km from Koraput. Gunthaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porapadar is 429839. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Porapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Porapadar village had a total population of 115 people, including 52 males and 63 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.71%, with male literacy at 63.04% and female literacy at 24.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 23 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Porapadar
Porapadar 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 Porapadar
Porapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Porapadar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Porapadar is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porapadar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Porapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porapadar
Where is Porapadar located?
Porapadar village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Porapadar is Gunthaput.
What is the pincode of Porapadar?
The pincode of Porapadar is 764037.
What is the population of Porapadar?
Porapadar had a total population of 115, including 52 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Porapadar?
Porapadar had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porapadar was 42.71%. Male literacy was 63.04% and female literacy was 24.00%.