Pondum
About Pondum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pondum village is 451214. Pondum village is located in Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairamgarh (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Patarpara is the gram panchayat of Pondum village.
The total geographical area of village is 1296.66 hectares. Pondum has a total population of 871 peoples, out of which male population is 370 while female population is 501. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1354 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pondum village is 11.60% out of which 19.73% males and 5.59% females are literate. There are about 215 houses in pondum village. Pincode of pondum village locality is 496100.
When it comes to administration, Pondum village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pondum village comes under Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Bhairamgarh is nearest town to pondum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Pondum
The population details of Pondum cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 871 | 370 | 501 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 197 | 84 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 834 | 352 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 73 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 297 | 473 |
Connectivity of Pondum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pondum
Where is Pondum located?
Pondum village is situated in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondum?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondum is Patarpara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pondum?
The pincode of Pondum is 496100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondum is 871, with 370 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pondum village has a total of 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondum is 11.60%. The male literacy rate is 19.73%, while the female literacy rate is 5.59%.