Pondum
Pondum is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Pondum village. As per 2009 stats, Pondum village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pondum unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Pondum’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pondum
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondum is 450060. The village spans a total geographical area of 3822.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Pondum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pondum 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pondum
Population of Pondum
According to the 2011 Census, Pondum has a total population of about 2,764, with approximately 1,326 males and 1,438 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 514 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,454. The overall literacy rate is approximately 19.72%, with male literacy at about 26.62% and female literacy near 13.35%. There are around 554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,764 | 1,326 | 1,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 263 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,454 | 1,174 | 1,280 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 353 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,219 | 973 | 1,246 |
Connectivity of Pondum
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondum. As per the 2011 stats, Pondum 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pondum
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondum.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondum
- Where is Pondum located?
- Pondum village is situated in Dantewada 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 494449, 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 2,764, with 1,326 males and 1,438 females.
- How many households are there in Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondum village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondum is 19.72%. The male literacy rate is 26.62%, while the female literacy rate is 13.35%.