Porain - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Porain is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Purain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porain is 033809. The village covers a total geographical area of 896 hectares and falls under the 141110 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Porain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porain
According to the 2011 Census, Porain village had a total population of 2,331 people, including 1,191 males and 1,140 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.24%, with male literacy at 89.94% and female literacy at 80.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 806.
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 | 2,331 | 1,191 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 402 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 975 | 833 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 216 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Porain
Porain is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharowal Khurd | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Ranke | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Lihan | West | 2.61 km |
| Gorahur | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Bassian | South | 3.01 km |
| Bhatha Dhua | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Bharowal Kalan | West | 3.66 km |
| Baniawal | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Aliwal | North | 4.41 km |
| Walipur Khurd | North | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porain
Porain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mullanpur, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Porain is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Porain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porain
Where is Porain located?
Porain village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porain?
The Gram Panchayat of Porain is Purain.
What is the pincode of Porain?
The pincode of Porain is 141110.
What is the population of Porain?
Porain had a total population of 2,331, including 1,191 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Porain?
Porain had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porain was 85.24%. Male literacy was 89.94% and female literacy was 80.33%.