Pongro
About Pongro
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pongro village is 433753. Pongro village is located in Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kansabel (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Pongro village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 985.43 hectares. Pongro has a total population of 2,812 peoples, out of which male population is 1,392 while female population is 1,420. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pongro village is 63.66% out of which 71.19% males and 56.27% females are literate. There are about 689 houses in pongro village. Pincode of pongro village locality is 494447.
When it comes to administration, Pongro village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pongro village comes under Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to pongro village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
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Population of Pongro
The population details of Pongro cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,812 | 1,392 | 1,420 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 365 | 196 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 304 | 154 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,128 | 557 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 1,790 | 991 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 401 | 621 |
Connectivity of Pongro
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pongro
Where is Pongro located?
Pongro village is situated in Kansabel Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongro?
Pongro serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pongro?
The pincode of Pongro is 494447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pongro as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongro is 2,812, with 1,392 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Pongro as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongro village has a total of 689 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongro as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongro is 63.66%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 56.27%.