Porra - Haripal, Hooghly
Porra is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Khamar Chandi and around 29.3 km from Chinsura. Chandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porra is 325396. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.37 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Singur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Porra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Porra
As per Census 2011, Porra village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 517 males and 522 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 517 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 401 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 313 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 204 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Porra
Porra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Harat | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Chandanpur | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Lakshmanpur | South | 0.94 km |
| Bade Digaria | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Kumragari | North | 1.30 km |
| Dogeria | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Aimachapsara | East | 1.42 km |
| Chapsara | East | 1.46 km |
| Faridpur | West | 1.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porra
Porra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singur to Porra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Porra is about 29.3 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 Porra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Porra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porra
Where is Porra located?
Porra village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porra?
The Gram Panchayat of Porra is Chandanpur.
What is the pincode of Porra?
The pincode of Porra is 712223.
What is the population of Porra?
Porra has a total population of 1,039, including 517 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Porra?
There are 230 households in Porra.
What is the literacy rate in Porra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porra is 55.15%. Male literacy is 60.54% and female literacy is 49.81%.