Pondi Mal.(Barauda) - Shahpura, Dindori
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Tikariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi Mal.(Barauda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is 491600. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondi Mal.(Barauda)
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi Mal.(Barauda) village had a total population of 158 people, including 76 males and 82 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 73.02% and female literacy at 50.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Mal.(Barauda)
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) 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 Mal.(Barauda)
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi Mal.(Barauda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi Mal.(Barauda) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pondi Mal.(Barauda)
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 Mal.(Barauda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pondi Mal.(Barauda)
Where is Pondi Mal.(Barauda) located?
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pondi Mal.(Barauda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is Tikariya.
What is the pincode of Pondi Mal.(Barauda)?
The pincode of Pondi Mal.(Barauda) is 481990.
What is the population of Pondi Mal.(Barauda)?
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) had a total population of 158, including 76 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Pondi Mal.(Barauda)?
Pondi Mal.(Barauda) had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi Mal.(Barauda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi Mal.(Barauda) was 61.19%. Male literacy was 73.02% and female literacy was 50.70%.