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.
Here you can discover what makes Porika unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Porika’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 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.
Google Map of Porika
Population of Porika
According to the 2011 Census, Porika has a total population of about 1,671, with approximately 804 males and 867 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 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 77.38%, with male literacy at about 79.85% and female literacy near 75.09%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 642 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 162 | 216 |
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.
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%.