Pondum - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Pondum is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Pondum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondum is 450060. The village covers a total geographical area of 3822.88 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pondum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondum
As per Census 2011, Pondum village has a total population of 2,764 people, consisting of 1,326 males and 1,438 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 2,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,454 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondum are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pondum
Pondum 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaram | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Dabpal | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Chitaloor | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Dumam | East | 4.37 km |
| Kodoli | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Gumda | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Fulnar | South | 5.50 km |
| Mendoli | South-East | 5.97 km |
| Jaunga | North-West | 6.17 km |
| Bagmundipaneda | North-East | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondum
Pondum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dabpal, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Pondum is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pondum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondum
Where is Pondum located?
Pondum village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondum?
Pondum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pondum?
The pincode of Pondum is 494449.
What is the population of Pondum?
Pondum has a total population of 2,764, including 1,326 males and 1,438 females.
How many households are there in Pondum?
There are 554 households in Pondum.
What is the literacy rate in Pondum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondum is 19.72%. Male literacy is 26.62% and female literacy is 13.35%.