Pondgaon
Pondgaon is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Podagaon is the gram panchayat of Pondgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Pondgaon unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Pondgaon’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 Pondgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondgaon is 448029. The village spans a total geographical area of 810.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Antagarh is nearest town to Pondgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pondgaon 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pondgaon
Population of Pondgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pondgaon has a total population of about 1,428, with approximately 770 males and 658 females. The sex ratio is around 854 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,110. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.64%, with male literacy at about 77.92% and female literacy near 49.09%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,428 | 770 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,110 | 571 | 539 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 600 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 170 | 335 |
Connectivity of Pondgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Pondgaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pondgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondgaon
- Where is Pondgaon located?
- Pondgaon village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pondgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pondgaon is Podagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pondgaon?
- The pincode of Pondgaon is 491337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pondgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondgaon is 1,428, with 770 males and 658 females.
- How many households are there in Pondgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondgaon village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondgaon is 64.64%. The male literacy rate is 77.92%, while the female literacy rate is 49.09%.