Pondi Kalan - Pasan, Korba
Pondi Kalan is a village situated in the Pasan tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 94 km from Poundi-uproda and around 117 km from Korba. Podi-kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi Kalan is 435935. The village covers a total geographical area of 2266.4 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Pondi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi Kalan village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 769 males and 695 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.50%, with male literacy at 70.51% and female literacy at 45.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,258.
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 | 1,464 | 769 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,258 | 663 | 595 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 459 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 310 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Kalan
Pondi Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pondi Kalan
Pondi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Pondi Kalan is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Pondi Kalan is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pondi Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondi Kalan
Where is Pondi Kalan located?
Pondi Kalan village is located in Pasan Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pondi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Kalan is Podi-kalan.
What is the pincode of Pondi Kalan?
The pincode of Pondi Kalan is 495445.
What is the population of Pondi Kalan?
Pondi Kalan had a total population of 1,464, including 769 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Pondi Kalan?
Pondi Kalan had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi Kalan was 58.50%. Male literacy was 70.51% and female literacy was 45.13%.