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.
Ponchi has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Ponchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ponchi village:
- The total population of Ponchi village is around 2,262, including approximately 1,177 males and 1,085 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 384 children aged 0–6 years in Ponchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ponchi village has 927 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ponchi village is about 55.04%, with male literacy at 62.53% and female literacy at 46.91%.
- There are around 444 households in Ponchi village.
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) |
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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%.