Porai Kalan
Porai Kalan is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Porai Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Porai Kalan unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Porai Kalan’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 Porai Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porai Kalan is 200300. The village spans a total geographical area of 211.09 hectares. Khetasaray is nearest town to Porai Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Porai Kalan
Population of Porai Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Porai Kalan has a total population of about 1,083, with approximately 510 males and 573 females. The sex ratio is around 1123 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 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 62.51%, with male literacy at about 75.88% and female literacy near 50.61%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porai Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,083 | 510 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 677 | 387 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 123 | 283 |
Connectivity of Porai Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porai Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Porai Kalan 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porai Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Porai Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porai Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porai Kalan
- Where is Porai Kalan located?
- Porai Kalan village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porai Kalan?
- Porai Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Porai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porai Kalan is 1,083, with 510 males and 573 females.
- How many households are there in Porai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porai Kalan village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porai Kalan is 62.51%. The male literacy rate is 75.88%, while the female literacy rate is 50.61%.