Pondi - Nainpur, Mandla
Pondi is a village situated in the Nainpur tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nainpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Poundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 493551. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.1 hectares and falls under the 481768 pincode. Nainpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondi
As per Census 2011, Pondi village has a total population of 1,126 people, consisting of 590 males and 536 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 590 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 182 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 734 | 437 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 153 | 239 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pondi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainpur to Pondi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Pondi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pondi
Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is located in Nainpur Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Poundi.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 481768.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi has a total population of 1,126, including 590 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
There are 256 households in Pondi.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi is 65.19%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 55.41%.