Pondi - Panagar, Jabalpur
Pondi is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Dharhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 490139. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.18 hectares and falls under the 482005 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondi
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi village had a total population of 219 people, including 100 males and 119 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 219 | 100 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 85 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 23 | 54 |
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
Pondi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jabalpur to Pondi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Dharhar.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 482005.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi had a total population of 219, including 100 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
Pondi had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi was 73.58%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 62.50%.