Pondi - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Pondi is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bairagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 490900. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.58 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondi
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi village had a total population of 100 people, including 51 males and 49 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.06%, with male literacy at 48.78% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pondi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gadarwara to Pondi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Pondi is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondi
Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Bairagarh.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 487771.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi had a total population of 100, including 51 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
Pondi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi was 47.06%. Male literacy was 48.78% and female literacy was 45.45%.