Pondi
Pondi is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Podi is the gram panchayat of Pondi village.
Pondi has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Pondi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondi is 438794. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495550. Bilaspur is nearest town to Pondi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pondi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pondi
Population of Pondi
Below is a concise population overview of Pondi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,674 | 1,863 | 1,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 318 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 118 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,161 | 603 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 2,170 | 1,256 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,504 | 607 | 897 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pondi village:
- The total population of Pondi village is around 3,674, including approximately 1,863 males and 1,811 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 603 children aged 0–6 years in Pondi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pondi village has 245 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,161 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pondi village is about 59.06%, with male literacy at 67.42% and female literacy at 50.47%.
- There are around 829 households in Pondi village.
Connectivity of Pondi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondi. As per the 2011 stats, Pondi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pondi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondi
- Where is Pondi located?
- Pondi village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Podi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pondi?
- The pincode of Pondi is 495550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondi is 3,674, with 1,863 males and 1,811 females.
- How many households are there in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondi village has a total of 829 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondi is 59.06%. The male literacy rate is 67.42%, while the female literacy rate is 50.47%.