Pora - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Pora is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pora is 040107. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.01 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Pora village had a total population of 744 people, including 380 males and 364 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.76%, with male literacy at 89.63% and female literacy at 63.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
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 | 744 | 380 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 131 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 294 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 86 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Pora
Pora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pora
Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Pora is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Pora is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pora
Where is Pora located?
Pora village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pora?
Pora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pora?
The pincode of Pora is 249185.
What is the population of Pora?
Pora had a total population of 744, including 380 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Pora?
Pora had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pora was 76.76%. Male literacy was 89.63% and female literacy was 63.80%.