Pondi
Pondi is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Pondi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pondi unique in its vibrant Pushparajgarh-Anuppur region. You’ll see Pondi’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 Pondi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondi is 502278. The village spans a total geographical area of 978.01 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Pondi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pondi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pondi
Population of Pondi
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi has a total population of about 1,574, with approximately 801 males and 773 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 461. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.44%, with male literacy at about 56.18% and female literacy near 36.35%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 801 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 159 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 237 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 450 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 351 | 492 |
Connectivity of Pondi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondi. As per the 2011 stats, Pondi 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 Pondi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondi
- Where is Pondi located?
- Pondi village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
- Pondi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondi is 1,574, with 801 males and 773 females.
- How many households are there in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondi village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondi is 46.44%. The male literacy rate is 56.18%, while the female literacy rate is 36.35%.