Ponga
Ponga is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kurmel is the gram panchayat of Ponga village.
Here you can discover what makes Ponga unique in its vibrant Narala-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Ponga’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 Ponga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponga is 422783. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766100. Madanpur Rampur is nearest town to Ponga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Ponga
Population of Ponga
According to the 2011 Census, Ponga has a total population of about 307, with approximately 147 males and 160 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 267. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.90%, with male literacy at about 40.82% and female literacy near 25.63%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 128 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 87 | 119 |
Connectivity of Ponga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponga. As per the 2011 stats, Ponga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponga
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponga
- Where is Ponga located?
- Ponga village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ponga is Kurmel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ponga?
- The pincode of Ponga is 766100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponga is 307, with 147 males and 160 females.
- How many households are there in Ponga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponga village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponga is 32.90%. The male literacy rate is 40.82%, while the female literacy rate is 25.63%.