Pondi Patkona - Manora, Jashpur
Pondi Patkona is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Podipatkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi Patkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi Patkona is 433957. The village covers a total geographical area of 937.85 hectares and falls under the 496331 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pondi Patkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondi Patkona
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi Patkona village had a total population of 632 people, including 335 males and 297 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.26%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 62.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 599.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 335 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 315 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 235 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 100 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Patkona
Pondi Patkona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Borokona | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Mutoo | South | 3.01 km |
| Sogda | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Kalaru | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Kerakona | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Komdo | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Bhabhari | East | 4.38 km |
| Nawatoli | East | 4.41 km |
| Saruwa | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Jakba | South | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondi Patkona
Pondi Patkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Pondi Patkona is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi Patkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi Patkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pondi Patkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondi Patkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pondi Patkona
Where is Pondi Patkona located?
Pondi Patkona village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pondi Patkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Patkona is Podipatkona.
What is the pincode of Pondi Patkona?
The pincode of Pondi Patkona is 496331.
What is the population of Pondi Patkona?
Pondi Patkona had a total population of 632, including 335 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Pondi Patkona?
Pondi Patkona had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi Patkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi Patkona was 73.26%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 62.60%.