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.

Pora has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 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.

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Population of Pora

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Pora village is around 744, including approximately 380 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Pora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pora village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pora village is about 67.47%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 57.14%.
  • There are around 159 households in Pora village.

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.

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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%.