Pondi Kalan
Pondi Kalan is a village located in Dhimarkheda tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhimarkheda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Podikalan B is the gram panchayat of Pondi Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Pondi Kalan unique in its vibrant Dhimarkheda-Katni region. You’ll see Pondi Kalan’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 Pondi Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondi Kalan is 488935. The village spans a total geographical area of 556 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Pondi Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Pondi Kalan
Population of Pondi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi Kalan has a total population of about 1,998, with approximately 1,015 males and 983 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 269 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 318. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.01%, with male literacy at about 75.57% and female literacy near 52.09%. There are around 455 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondi Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,998 | 1,015 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 157 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,279 | 767 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 248 | 471 |
Connectivity of Pondi Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pondi Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Pondi Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Pondi Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pondi Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pondi Kalan
- Where is Pondi Kalan located?
- Pondi Kalan village is situated in Dhimarkheda Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pondi Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Kalan is Podikalan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Pondi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondi Kalan is 1,998, with 1,015 males and 983 females.
- How many households are there in Pondi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pondi Kalan village has a total of 455 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pondi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondi Kalan is 64.01%. The male literacy rate is 75.57%, while the female literacy rate is 52.09%.