Poniya - Panagar, Jabalpur
Poniya is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Padri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poniya is 490124. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.63 hectares and falls under the 483220 pincode. Panagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Poniya 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 Poniya
According to the 2011 Census, Poniya village had a total population of 478 people, including 241 males and 237 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.52%, with male literacy at 66.18% and female literacy at 48.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 321.
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 | 478 | 241 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 137 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 104 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Poniya
Poniya 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 Poniya
Public transport in the Poniya 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 Panagar to Poniya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Poniya is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poniya 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 Poniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poniya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Poniya
Where is Poniya located?
Poniya village is located in Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Poniya is Padri.
What is the pincode of Poniya?
The pincode of Poniya is 483220.
What is the population of Poniya?
Poniya had a total population of 478, including 241 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Poniya?
Poniya had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poniya was 57.52%. Male literacy was 66.18% and female literacy was 48.78%.