Pona
Pona is a village located in Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jagraon (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Pona village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pona unique in its vibrant Jagraon-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Pona’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 Pona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pona is 033793. The village spans a total geographical area of 518 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142024. Jagraon is nearest town to Pona village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pona village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jagraon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pona
Population of Pona
According to the 2011 Census, Pona has a total population of about 1,555, with approximately 807 males and 748 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 614 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.48%, with male literacy at about 75.22% and female literacy near 69.52%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 807 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 317 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 607 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 200 | 228 |
Connectivity of Pona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pona. As per the 2011 stats, Pona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pona
Knowing the nearby villages of Pona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pona
- Where is Pona located?
- Pona village is situated in Jagraon Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pona?
- Pona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pona?
- The pincode of Pona is 142024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pona is 1,555, with 807 males and 748 females.
- How many households are there in Pona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pona village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pona is 72.48%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 69.52%.