Pondi Tola - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Pondi Tola is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Lenjakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi Tola is 439377. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.62 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pondi Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondi Tola
As per Census 2011, Pondi Tola village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 63 males and 57 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondi Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 13 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Tola
Pondi Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parbha Tola | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Mariya Tola | West | 1.11 km |
| Lakhanpur Khurd | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Rahangi | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Pondi | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Budhwara | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Lenjakhar | North | 1.98 km |
| Ghosarra | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Khursipar | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Minminiya | West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondi Tola
Pondi Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hathbandh, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Pondi Tola is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Pondi Tola is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pondi Tola
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 Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pondi Tola
Where is Pondi Tola located?
Pondi Tola village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Tola is Lenjakhar.
What is the pincode of Pondi Tola?
The pincode of Pondi Tola is 491995.
What is the population of Pondi Tola?
Pondi Tola has a total population of 120, including 63 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Pondi Tola?
There are 30 households in Pondi Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi Tola is 65.83%. Male literacy is 79.37% and female literacy is 50.88%.