Ponda
Ponda is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Ponda village. As per 2009 stats, Ponda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponda unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Ponda’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 Ponda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponda is 027161. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172115. Rampur is nearest town to Ponda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ponda
Population of Ponda
According to the 2011 Census, Ponda has a total population of about 172, with approximately 77 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1233 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 160. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.84%, with male literacy at about 76.62% and female literacy near 71.58%. There are around 47 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 77 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 68 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Connectivity of Ponda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponda. As per the 2011 stats, Ponda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ponda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponda
- Where is Ponda located?
- Ponda village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponda?
- Ponda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponda?
- The pincode of Ponda is 172115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponda is 172, with 77 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Ponda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponda village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponda is 73.84%. The male literacy rate is 76.62%, while the female literacy rate is 71.58%.