Pondha Jungle - Dharampur, Valsad
Pondha Jungle is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Moti Koshbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondha Jungle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondha Jungle is 523415. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.15 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pondha Jungle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondha Jungle
According to the 2011 Census, Pondha Jungle village had a total population of 545 people, including 282 males and 263 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.24%, with male literacy at 51.34% and female literacy at 32.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 545.
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 | 545 | 282 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 282 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 115 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 167 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Pondha Jungle
Pondha Jungle 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 Pondha Jungle
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pondha Jungle.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Pondha Jungle is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Pondha Jungle is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondha Jungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondha Jungle 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 Pondha Jungle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondha Jungle 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 Pondha Jungle
Where is Pondha Jungle located?
Pondha Jungle village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondha Jungle?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondha Jungle is Moti Koshbadi.
What is the pincode of Pondha Jungle?
The pincode of Pondha Jungle is 396067.
What is the population of Pondha Jungle?
Pondha Jungle had a total population of 545, including 282 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Pondha Jungle?
Pondha Jungle had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondha Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondha Jungle was 42.24%. Male literacy was 51.34% and female literacy was 32.71%.