Pondishankar
Pondishankar is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Pondishankar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pondishankar unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Pondishankar’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 Pondishankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondishankar is 436869. The village spans a total geographical area of 1183.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494337. Champa is nearest town to Pondishankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pondishankar 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 Jaijaipur 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 Pondishankar
Population of Pondishankar
According to the 2011 Census, Pondishankar has a total population of about 4,468, with approximately 2,239 males and 2,229 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 595 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 462 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.78%, with male literacy at about 72.35% and female literacy near 47.15%. There are around 908 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondishankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,468 | 2,239 | 2,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 595 | 279 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 233 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,671 | 1,620 | 1,051 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,797 | 619 | 1,178 |
Connectivity of Pondishankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondishankar. As per the 2011 stats, Pondishankar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pondishankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondishankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondishankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondishankar
- Where is Pondishankar located?
- Pondishankar village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pondishankar?
- Pondishankar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pondishankar?
- The pincode of Pondishankar is 494337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pondishankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondishankar is 4,468, with 2,239 males and 2,229 females.
- How many households are there in Pondishankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondishankar village has a total of 908 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondishankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondishankar is 59.78%. The male literacy rate is 72.35%, while the female literacy rate is 47.15%.