Pondi - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Pondi is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kanjara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 458430. The village covers a total geographical area of 720.81 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Pondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondi
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi village had a total population of 130 people, including 73 males and 57 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.09%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 54.72%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 53 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 20 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi
Pondi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pondi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pondi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Pondi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Pondi is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondi
Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Kanjara.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 471311.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi had a total population of 130, including 73 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
Pondi had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi was 70.09%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 54.72%.