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.
Here you can discover what makes Porakana unique in its vibrant Nimapada-Puri region. You’ll see Porakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Porakana
Population of Porakana
According to the 2011 Census, Porakana has a total population of about 632, with approximately 327 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.12%, with male literacy at about 89.30% and female literacy near 74.43%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.