Pondi
Pondi is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Pondi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pondi unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat 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 498011. The village spans a total geographical area of 652.96 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Pondi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km 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 Paraswada 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 Pondi
Population of Pondi
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi has a total population of about 1,995, with approximately 998 males and 997 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 54 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 475. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.01%, with male literacy at about 71.04% and female literacy near 56.97%. There are around 459 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 | 1,995 | 998 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 142 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 243 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 709 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 289 | 429 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat 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 1,995, with 998 males and 997 females.
- How many households are there in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondi village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondi is 64.01%. The male literacy rate is 71.04%, while the female literacy rate is 56.97%.