Pondi - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Pondi is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Rampurwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondi is 503400. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.32 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Pondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pondi
As per Census 2011, Pondi village has a total population of 853 people, consisting of 440 males and 413 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 466 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 440 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 232 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 221 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 219 | 301 |
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 in the Pondi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Singrauli to Pondi is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 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 | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pondi
Where is Pondi located?
Pondi village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pondi is Rampurwa.
What is the pincode of Pondi?
The pincode of Pondi is 486889.
What is the population of Pondi?
Pondi has a total population of 853, including 440 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
There are 152 households in Pondi.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi is 39.04%. Male literacy is 50.23% and female literacy is 27.12%.