Pondi Alias Bahar Munda - Bichhiya, Mandla
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Poudi Baharmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi Alias Bahar Munda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is 493435. The village covers a total geographical area of 1099.16 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi Alias Bahar Munda village had a total population of 1,823 people, including 921 males and 902 females, living in 477 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.19%, with male literacy at 65.83% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,680.
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 | 1,823 | 921 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,680 | 849 | 831 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 497 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 424 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda 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 Alias Bahar Munda
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pondi Alias Bahar Munda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi Alias Bahar Munda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi Alias Bahar Munda 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 Pondi Alias Bahar Munda
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 Alias Bahar Munda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pondi Alias Bahar Munda
Where is Pondi Alias Bahar Munda located?
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is Poudi Baharmunda.
What is the pincode of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda?
The pincode of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda is 481996.
What is the population of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda?
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda had a total population of 1,823, including 921 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Pondi Alias Bahar Munda?
Pondi Alias Bahar Munda had 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi Alias Bahar Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi Alias Bahar Munda was 54.19%. Male literacy was 65.83% and female literacy was 42.46%.