Pongar

Pongar is a village located in Keolari tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Keolari (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Pungar is the gram panchayat of Pongar village.

Here you can discover what makes Pongar unique in its vibrant Keolari-Seoni region. You’ll see Pongar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Pongar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongar is 496595. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.68 hectares. Nainpur is nearest town to Pongar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Pongar

According to the 2011 Census, Pongar has a total population of about 524, with approximately 268 males and 256 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.31%, with male literacy at about 67.16% and female literacy near 53.13%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pongar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 524 268 256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 35 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 7 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 7 4
Literate Population 316 180 136
Illiterate Population 208 88 120

Connectivity of Pongar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongar. As per the 2011 stats, Pongar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pongar

Knowing the nearby villages of Pongar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pongar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongar

Where is Pongar located?
Pongar village is situated in Keolari Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pongar is Pungar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pongar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongar is 524, with 268 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Pongar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongar village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongar is 60.31%. The male literacy rate is 67.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.13%.