Pong Dam
Pong Dam is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Pong Dam village. As per 2009 stats, Bongta is the gram panchayat of Pong Dam village.
Here you can discover what makes Pong Dam unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Pong Dam’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 Pong Dam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pong Dam is 010199. The village spans a total geographical area of 28003.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176033. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Pong Dam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pong Dam
Population of Pong Dam
According to the 2011 Census, Pong Dam has a total population of about 119, with approximately 68 males and 51 females. The sex ratio is around 750 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 14 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.91%, with male literacy at about 70.59% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pong Dam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
Connectivity of Pong Dam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pong Dam. As per the 2011 stats, Pong Dam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pong Dam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pong Dam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pong Dam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pong Dam
- Where is Pong Dam located?
- Pong Dam village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pong Dam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pong Dam is Bongta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pong Dam?
- The pincode of Pong Dam is 176033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pong Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pong Dam is 119, with 68 males and 51 females.
- How many households are there in Pong Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pong Dam village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pong Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pong Dam is 68.91%. The male literacy rate is 70.59%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.