Ponga - Narala, Kalahandi
Ponga is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kurmel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponga is 422783. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ponga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponga
As per Census 2011, Ponga village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 147 males and 160 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ponga
Ponga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurlubhata | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Dudalo | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Dhamankata | South | 1.43 km |
| Turibakti | South | 1.57 km |
| Pipalpada | West | 2.17 km |
| Madangdani | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Ker Bandi | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Badibahal | South | 3.21 km |
| Goten | South | 3.24 km |
| Maskaguda | South-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ponga
Public transport in the Ponga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Norla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanpur Rampur to Ponga is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ponga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ponga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ponga
Where is Ponga located?
Ponga village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponga is Kurmel.
What is the pincode of Ponga?
The pincode of Ponga is 766100.
What is the population of Ponga?
Ponga has a total population of 307, including 147 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Ponga?
There are 90 households in Ponga.
What is the literacy rate in Ponga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponga is 32.90%. Male literacy is 40.82% and female literacy is 25.63%.