Pongarjhodi
About Pongarjhodi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pongarjhodi village is 498341. Pongarjhodi village is located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Pongarjhodi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 586.76 hectares. Pongarjhodi has a total population of 991 peoples, out of which male population is 476 while female population is 515. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1081 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pongarjhodi village is 65.79% out of which 75.21% males and 57.09% females are literate. There are about 225 houses in pongarjhodi village.
When it comes to administration, Pongarjhodi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pongarjhodi village comes under Paraswada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Baihar is nearest town to pongarjhodi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pongarjhodi
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 476 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 358 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 118 | 221 |
Connectivity of Pongarjhodi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pongarjhodi
Where is Pongarjhodi located?
Pongarjhodi village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongarjhodi?
Pongarjhodi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Pongarjhodi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongarjhodi is 991, with 476 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Pongarjhodi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongarjhodi village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongarjhodi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongarjhodi is 65.79%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 57.09%.