Porakana

Porakana is a village located in Nimapada tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Nimapada (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Alanda is the gram panchayat of Porakana village.

Porakana has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Porakana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porakana is 408935. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752114. Bhubaneswar is nearest town to Porakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Porakana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 632 327 305
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 26 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 66 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 519 292 227
Illiterate Population 113 35 78

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

  • The total population of Porakana village is around 632, including approximately 327 males and 305 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Porakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porakana village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Porakana village is about 82.12%, with male literacy at 89.30% and female literacy at 74.43%.
  • There are around 155 households in Porakana village.

Connectivity of Porakana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porakana. As per the 2011 stats, Porakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Porakana

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

Chitra Srimukha Ekamakana Olikana Kusikana Kanapur Bhuan Garapada Harispur Kuanarpur Renchkhelar

Frequently Asked Questions about Porakana

Where is Porakana located?
Porakana village is situated in Nimapada Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Porakana is Alanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Porakana?
The pincode of Porakana is 752114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porakana is 632, with 327 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Porakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porakana village has a total of 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porakana is 82.12%. The male literacy rate is 89.30%, while the female literacy rate is 74.43%.