Pondum
About Pondum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pondum village is 450608. Pondum village is located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Pondum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3255.58 hectares. Pondum has a total population of 1,721 peoples, out of which male population is 773 while female population is 948. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1226 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pondum village is 9.30% out of which 14.36% males and 5.17% females are literate. There are about 394 houses in pondum village. Pincode of pondum village locality is 494111.
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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Sukma is nearest town to pondum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 | 1,721 | 773 | 948 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 290 | 130 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,704 | 765 | 939 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 111 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 662 | 899 |
Connectivity of Pondum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| 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 Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondum?
Pondum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pondum?
The pincode of Pondum is 494111, 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 1,721, with 773 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pondum village has a total of 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondum is 9.30%. The male literacy rate is 14.36%, while the female literacy rate is 5.17%.