Ponchavadi
About Ponchavadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ponchavadi village is 626864. Ponchavadi village is located in Ponda taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Ponda (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Panchawadi is the gram panchayat of Ponchavadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 1588.22 hectares. Ponchavadi has a total population of 4,295 peoples, out of which male population is 2,140 while female population is 2,155. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ponchavadi village is 78.23% out of which 82.15% males and 74.34% females are literate. There are about 931 houses in ponchavadi village. Pincode of ponchavadi village locality is 403706.
When it comes to administration, Ponchavadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ponchavadi village comes under Siroda Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Ponda is nearest town to ponchavadi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ponchavadi
The population details of Ponchavadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,295 | 2,140 | 2,155 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 407 | 232 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 882 | 423 | 459 |
| Literate Population | 3,360 | 1,758 | 1,602 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 382 | 553 |
Connectivity of Ponchavadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ponchavadi
Where is Ponchavadi located?
Ponchavadi village is situated in Ponda Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponchavadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponchavadi is Panchawadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ponchavadi?
The pincode of Ponchavadi is 403706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponchavadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponchavadi is 4,295, with 2,140 males and 2,155 females.
How many households are there in Ponchavadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponchavadi village has a total of 931 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponchavadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponchavadi is 78.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.15%, while the female literacy rate is 74.34%.