Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) - Niwas, Mandla
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Poudi Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is 492470. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.94 hectares and falls under the 481666 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) village had a total population of 796 people, including 374 males and 422 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.81%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 789.
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 | 796 | 374 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 68 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 789 | 370 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 243 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 131 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagrar | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Chaurai (katangi) | West | 2.35 km |
| Karhaiya Mal. | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Bhainswahi Mal. (nagra) | North | 3.47 km |
| Samnapur (bhainswahi) | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Katangi (chaurai) | West | 4.23 km |
| Bataiganj | West | 4.28 km |
| Dahna Ryt. | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Jeora (singhanpuri) | North | 5.91 km |
| Barga | West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jamtara Paraswara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Niwas to Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)
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 Ryt. (Chaurai) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)
Where is Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) located?
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is Poudi Mal.
What is the pincode of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)?
The pincode of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) is 481666.
What is the population of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)?
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) had a total population of 796, including 374 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)?
Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi Ryt. (Chaurai) was 68.81%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 58.54%.