Paundi
Paundi is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Pondi U is the gram panchayat of Paundi village.
Paundi has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Paundi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paundi is 498213. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.18 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Paundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paundi 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paundi
Population of Paundi
Below is a concise population overview of Paundi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 370 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 239 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 218 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 152 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paundi village:
- The total population of Paundi village is around 781, including approximately 370 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Paundi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paundi village has 504 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paundi village is about 53.01%, with male literacy at 58.92% and female literacy at 47.69%.
- There are around 201 households in Paundi village.
Connectivity of Paundi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paundi. As per the 2011 stats, Paundi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paundi
Knowing the nearby villages of Paundi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paundi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paundi
- Where is Paundi located?
- Paundi village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paundi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paundi is Pondi U (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Paundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paundi is 781, with 370 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Paundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paundi village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paundi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paundi is 53.01%. The male literacy rate is 58.92%, while the female literacy rate is 47.69%.