Pondi

Pondi is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Pondi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Pondi unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Pondi’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 Pondi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondi is 436761. The village spans a total geographical area of 590.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495557. Nawagarh is nearest town to Pondi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pondi 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 Jajgir-champa 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.

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Population of Pondi

According to the 2011 Census, Pondi has a total population of about 2,489, with approximately 1,247 males and 1,242 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 385 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.25%, with male literacy at about 75.78% and female literacy near 54.67%. There are around 432 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,489 1,247 1,242
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 385 189 196
Scheduled Castes (SC) 420 211 209
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 9 3 6
Literate Population 1,624 945 679
Illiterate Population 865 302 563

Connectivity of Pondi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondi. As per the 2011 stats, Pondi 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pondi

Knowing the nearby villages of Pondi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pondi

Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
Pondi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 495557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondi is 2,489, with 1,247 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pondi village has a total of 432 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondi is 65.25%. The male literacy rate is 75.78%, while the female literacy rate is 54.67%.