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.

Pongar has its own place in the vibrant Seoni 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 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.

Google Map of Pongar

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Pongar

Below is a concise population overview of Pongar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pongar village:

  • The total population of Pongar village is around 524, including approximately 268 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Pongar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongar village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pongar village is about 60.31%, with male literacy at 67.16% and female literacy at 53.13%.
  • There are around 139 households in Pongar village.

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.

Khursipar Ryt Karapatha Tali Saliwada Sarrai Malhanwada Bichuwa Chhinda Khursipar Bhata Keolari Khera

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%.