Porondi - Koylibeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Porondi is a village situated in the Koylibeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 132 km from Pakhanjur and around 120 km from Kanker. Perondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porondi is 448449. The village covers a total geographical area of 1484.71 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Porondi 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 Porondi
According to the 2011 Census, Porondi village had a total population of 1,081 people, including 566 males and 515 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.39%, with male literacy at 53.46% and female literacy at 34.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 842.
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 | 1,081 | 566 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 842 | 442 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 247 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 319 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Porondi
Porondi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotebodeli | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Surewahi | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Paurkheda | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Nawagarh | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Metabodeli | South | 4.36 km |
| Manhakal | West | 5.03 km |
| Jethegaon | North | 5.22 km |
| Bhainsasur | East | 5.33 km |
| Sandtarai | West | 5.40 km |
| Vatintola | North | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porondi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Porondi. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Porondi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Porondi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porondi 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 Porondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porondi 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Porondi
Where is Porondi located?
Porondi village is located in Koylibeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Porondi is Perondi.
What is the pincode of Porondi?
The pincode of Porondi is 494665.
What is the population of Porondi?
Porondi had a total population of 1,081, including 566 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Porondi?
Porondi had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porondi was 44.39%. Male literacy was 53.46% and female literacy was 34.44%.