Porika - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Porika is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Purika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porika is 031139. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 146114 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Porika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porika
According to the 2011 Census, Porika village had a total population of 1,671 people, including 804 males and 867 females, living in 368 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.23%, with male literacy at 90.30% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 1,671 | 804 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 93 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 642 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 162 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Porika
Porika 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 Porika
Porika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Porika.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Porika is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porika
Where is Porika located?
Porika village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porika?
The Gram Panchayat of Porika is Purika.
What is the pincode of Porika?
The pincode of Porika is 146114.
What is the population of Porika?
Porika had a total population of 1,671, including 804 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Porika?
Porika had 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porika was 85.23%. Male literacy was 90.30% and female literacy was 80.77%.