Pondgaon Village - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Pondgaon is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Podagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondgaon is 448029. The village covers a total geographical area of 810.07 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pondgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondgaon
As per Census 2011, Pondgaon village has a total population of 1,428 people, consisting of 770 males and 658 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 923 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondgaon are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pondgaon
Pondgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deharitopal | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Kinari | North | 1.89 km |
| Lampuri | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Badetopal | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Masbaras | West | 3.07 km |
| Pewari | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Lamkanhar | South | 3.77 km |
| Barrebeda | West | 3.98 km |
| Chichmarra | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Kuwapani | North | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondgaon
Pondgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Pondgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Pondgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pondgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pondgaon
Where is Pondgaon located?
Pondgaon village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondgaon is Podagaon.
What is the pincode of Pondgaon?
The pincode of Pondgaon is 494665.
What is the population of Pondgaon?
Pondgaon has a total population of 1,428, including 770 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Pondgaon?
There are 288 households in Pondgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pondgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondgaon is 64.64%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 49.09%.