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.
Ponga Bheji has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Ponga Bheji 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ponga Bheji village:
- The total population of Ponga Bheji village is around 1,087, including approximately 500 males and 587 females, with a sex ratio of 1174 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Ponga Bheji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ponga Bheji village has 1,087 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ponga Bheji village is about 35.23%, with male literacy at 45.60% and female literacy at 26.41%.
- There are around 233 households in Ponga Bheji village.
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) |
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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%.