Ponda - Majholi, Jabalpur
Ponda is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Paunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponda is 489339. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.89 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ponda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponda
As per Census 2011, Ponda village has a total population of 2,413 people, consisting of 1,240 males and 1,173 females. The village has 605 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,595 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ponda
Ponda 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 Ponda
Ponda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ponda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Ponda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Ponda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ponda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ponda
Where is Ponda located?
Ponda village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponda is Paunda.
What is the pincode of Ponda?
The pincode of Ponda is 483225.
What is the population of Ponda?
Ponda has a total population of 2,413, including 1,240 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Ponda?
There are 605 households in Ponda.
What is the literacy rate in Ponda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponda is 66.10%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 57.97%.