Pondi - Silwani, Raisen
Pondi is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Chind serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 484918. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.07 hectares and falls under the 464672 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 35 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 478 people, consisting of 240 males and 238 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 240 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 103 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 153 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 87 | 121 |
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 2-5 km of the Pondi. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silwani to Pondi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Pondi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pondi
Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Chind.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 464672.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi has a total population of 478, including 240 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
There are 112 households in Pondi.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi is 56.49%. Male literacy is 63.75% and female literacy is 49.16%.