Pora
Pora is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Pora village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pora unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Pora’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 Pora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pora is 040107. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Pora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Pora
Population of Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Pora has a total population of about 744, with approximately 380 males and 364 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 275 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 67.47%, with male literacy at about 77.37% and female literacy near 57.14%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 380 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 131 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 502 | 294 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 86 | 156 |
Connectivity of Pora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pora. As per the 2011 stats, Pora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pora
Knowing the nearby villages of Pora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pora
- Where is Pora located?
- Pora village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pora?
- Pora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pora?
- The pincode of Pora is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pora is 744, with 380 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pora village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pora is 67.47%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.