Ponga Bheji
Ponga Bheji is a village located in Sukma tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Sukma (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Pongabheji is the gram panchayat of Ponga Bheji village.
Here you can discover what makes Ponga Bheji unique in its vibrant Sukma-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Ponga Bheji’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 Ponga Bheji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponga Bheji is 450662. The village spans a total geographical area of 3361.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Sukma is nearest town to Ponga Bheji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Ponga Bheji
According to the 2011 Census, Ponga Bheji has a total population of about 1,087, with approximately 500 males and 587 females. The sex ratio is around 1174 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,087. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.23%, with male literacy at about 45.60% and female literacy near 26.41%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponga Bheji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,087 | 500 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 65 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,087 | 500 | 587 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 228 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 272 | 432 |
Connectivity of Ponga Bheji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponga Bheji. As per the 2011 stats, Ponga Bheji 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponga Bheji
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponga Bheji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponga Bheji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponga Bheji
- Where is Ponga Bheji located?
- Ponga Bheji village is situated in Sukma Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponga Bheji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ponga Bheji is Pongabheji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ponga Bheji?
- The pincode of Ponga Bheji is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponga Bheji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponga Bheji is 1,087, with 500 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Ponga Bheji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponga Bheji village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponga Bheji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponga Bheji is 35.23%. The male literacy rate is 45.60%, while the female literacy rate is 26.41%.