Ponchi
Ponchi is a village located in Satbarwa subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Satbarwa (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Ponchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponchi unique in its vibrant Satbarwa-Palamu region. You’ll see Ponchi’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 Ponchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponchi is 366456. The village spans a total geographical area of 273 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Satbarwa is nearest town to Ponchi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ponchi
Population of Ponchi
According to the 2011 Census, Ponchi has a total population of about 2,262, with approximately 1,177 males and 1,085 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 384 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 927 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.04%, with male literacy at about 62.53% and female literacy near 46.91%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,262 | 1,177 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 199 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 927 | 475 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,245 | 736 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 441 | 576 |
Connectivity of Ponchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponchi. As per the 2011 stats, Ponchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponchi
- Where is Ponchi located?
- Ponchi village is situated in Satbarwa Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponchi?
- Ponchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponchi?
- The pincode of Ponchi is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponchi is 2,262, with 1,177 males and 1,085 females.
- How many households are there in Ponchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponchi village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponchi is 55.04%. The male literacy rate is 62.53%, while the female literacy rate is 46.91%.