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
According to the 2011 Census, Pondi village had a total population of 853 people, including 440 males and 413 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.93%, with male literacy at 63.14% and female literacy at 35.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 853, including 440 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Pondi?
Pondi had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondi was 49.93%. Male literacy was 63.14% and female literacy was 35.33%.