Ponch
Ponch is a village located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Ponch village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponch unique in its vibrant Baloda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Ponch’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 Ponch
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponch is 436707. The village spans a total geographical area of 401.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496338. Baloda is nearest town to Ponch village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ponch 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 Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ponch
Population of Ponch
According to the 2011 Census, Ponch has a total population of about 1,483, with approximately 750 males and 733 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 428 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 49. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.76%, with male literacy at about 71.20% and female literacy near 50.07%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponch's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 750 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 204 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 534 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 216 | 366 |
Connectivity of Ponch
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponch. As per the 2011 stats, Ponch 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponch
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponch
- Where is Ponch located?
- Ponch village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponch?
- Ponch serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponch?
- The pincode of Ponch is 496338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponch is 1,483, with 750 males and 733 females.
- How many households are there in Ponch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponch village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponch as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponch is 60.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.20%, while the female literacy rate is 50.07%.