Ponar
Ponar is a village located in Dabugan tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Dabugan (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Singisari is the gram panchayat of Ponar village.
Here you can discover what makes Ponar unique in its vibrant Dabugan-Nabarangapur region. You’ll see Ponar’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 Ponar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponar is 427663. The village spans a total geographical area of 1019 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764072. Umarkote is nearest town to Ponar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Ponar
Population of Ponar
According to the 2011 Census, Ponar has a total population of about 1,923, with approximately 961 males and 962 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 455 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,771. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.52%, with male literacy at about 30.80% and female literacy near 14.24%. There are around 391 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 961 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 235 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,771 | 887 | 884 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 296 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,490 | 665 | 825 |
Connectivity of Ponar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponar. As per the 2011 stats, Ponar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponar
- Where is Ponar located?
- Ponar village is situated in Dabugan Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ponar is Singisari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ponar?
- The pincode of Ponar is 764072, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponar is 1,923, with 961 males and 962 females.
- How many households are there in Ponar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponar village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponar is 22.52%. The male literacy rate is 30.80%, while the female literacy rate is 14.24%.