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.
Pondi 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Pondi 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pondi village:
- The total population of Pondi village is around 1,995, including approximately 998 males and 997 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Pondi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pondi village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 475 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pondi village is about 64.01%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 56.97%.
- There are around 459 households in Pondi village.
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%.