Ponar - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Ponar is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Dabugan and around 64 km from Nabarangapur . Torenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponar is 427663. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ponar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponar
As per Census 2011, Ponar village has a total population of 1,923 people, consisting of 961 males and 962 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 1,490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,771 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ponar
Ponar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentiliguda | North | 1.95 km |
| Koniki | West | 3.78 km |
| Malbeda | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Torenga | North-West | 5.60 km |
| Motigan | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Singisari | North | 6.65 km |
| Kuhukaguda | North-East | 6.68 km |
| Sandkarmari | South | 6.71 km |
| Jhadakusumi | East | 6.95 km |
| Ulandaguda | North-East | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ponar
Ponar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Ponar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ponar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ponar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ponar
Where is Ponar located?
Ponar village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponar is Torenga.
What is the pincode of Ponar?
The pincode of Ponar is 764072.
What is the population of Ponar?
Ponar has a total population of 1,923, including 961 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Ponar?
There are 391 households in Ponar.
What is the literacy rate in Ponar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponar is 22.52%. Male literacy is 30.80% and female literacy is 14.24%.