Pondi - Kusmi, Sidhi
Pondi is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Podi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 503239. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.87 hectares and falls under the 486669 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 65 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 2,059 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 1,028 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 1,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,031 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 163 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,291 | 643 | 648 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 534 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 497 | 621 |
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
Pondi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Pondi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondi
Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Podi.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 486669.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi has a total population of 2,059, including 1,031 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
There are 480 households in Pondi.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi is 45.70%. Male literacy is 51.79% and female literacy is 39.59%.