Ponda
Ponda is a village located in Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Majholi (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Paunda is the gram panchayat of Ponda village.
Here you can discover what makes Ponda unique in its vibrant Majholi-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Ponda’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 Ponda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponda is 489339. The village spans a total geographical area of 345.89 hectares. Majholi is nearest town to Ponda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ponda 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ponda
Population of Ponda
According to the 2011 Census, Ponda has a total population of about 2,413, with approximately 1,240 males and 1,173 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 309 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 401. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.10%, with male literacy at about 73.79% and female literacy near 57.97%. There are around 605 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,413 | 1,240 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 190 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 151 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 214 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 915 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 325 | 493 |
Connectivity of Ponda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponda. As per the 2011 stats, Ponda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponda
- Where is Ponda located?
- Ponda village is situated in Majholi Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ponda is Paunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ponda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponda is 2,413, with 1,240 males and 1,173 females.
- How many households are there in Ponda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponda village has a total of 605 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponda is 66.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 57.97%.