Poniya
Poniya is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Poniya Dungariya is the gram panchayat of Poniya village.
Poniya has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Poniya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poniya is 490483. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.72 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Poniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Poniya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poniya
Population of Poniya
Below is a concise population overview of Poniya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 49 | 42 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poniya village:
- The total population of Poniya village is around 224, including approximately 115 males and 109 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Poniya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poniya village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poniya village is about 59.38%, with male literacy at 57.39% and female literacy at 61.47%.
- There are around 63 households in Poniya village.
Connectivity of Poniya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poniya. As per the 2011 stats, Poniya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poniya
Knowing the nearby villages of Poniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poniya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poniya
- Where is Poniya located?
- Poniya village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poniya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poniya is Poniya Dungariya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Poniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poniya is 224, with 115 males and 109 females.
- How many households are there in Poniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poniya village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poniya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poniya is 59.38%. The male literacy rate is 57.39%, while the female literacy rate is 61.47%.