Poniya - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Poniya is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Poniya Dungariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poniya is 490483. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.72 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Poniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poniya
As per Census 2011, Poniya village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 115 males and 109 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poniya are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Poniya
Poniya 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 Poniya
Poniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Poniya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gotegaon to Poniya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Poniya is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poniya 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 Poniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poniya 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 Poniya
Where is Poniya located?
Poniya village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Poniya is Poniya Dungariya.
What is the pincode of Poniya?
The pincode of Poniya is 487118.
What is the population of Poniya?
Poniya has a total population of 224, including 115 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Poniya?
There are 63 households in Poniya.
What is the literacy rate in Poniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poniya is 59.38%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 61.47%.