Porika

Porika is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Purika is the gram panchayat of Porika village.

Porika has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Porika

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porika is 031139. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Porika village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Porika

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,671 804 867
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 154 93 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 155 77 78
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,293 642 651
Illiterate Population 378 162 216

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

  • The total population of Porika village is around 1,671, including approximately 804 males and 867 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Porika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Porika village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Porika village is about 77.38%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 75.09%.
  • There are around 368 households in Porika village.

Connectivity of Porika

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porika. As per the 2011 stats, Porika 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Porika

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

Ghasitpur Manj Kala Pawar Khichian Bhattian Rajputtan Ghalian Talwandi Khurd Kale Bagh Miani Malahan Taggar Kalan Zahidpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Porika

Where is Porika located?
Porika village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porika?
The Gram Panchayat of Porika is Purika (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Porika?
The pincode of Porika is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Porika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porika is 1,671, with 804 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Porika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Porika village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porika is 77.38%. The male literacy rate is 79.85%, while the female literacy rate is 75.09%.