Porakana - Nimapada, Puri
Porakana is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porakana is 408935. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Porakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porakana
According to the 2011 Census, Porakana village had a total population of 632 people, including 327 males and 305 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.64%, with male literacy at 97.01% and female literacy at 81.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 632 | 327 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 292 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 35 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Porakana
Porakana 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 Porakana
Porakana 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 Bhubaneswar to Porakana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Porakana 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 Porakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porakana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Porakana
Where is Porakana located?
Porakana village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Porakana is Alanda.
What is the pincode of Porakana?
The pincode of Porakana is 752114.
What is the population of Porakana?
Porakana had a total population of 632, including 327 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Porakana?
Porakana had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porakana was 89.64%. Male literacy was 97.01% and female literacy was 81.65%.