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.

Pona has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Pona

Below is a concise population overview of Pona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pona village:

  • The total population of Pona village is around 1,555, including approximately 807 males and 748 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Pona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pona village has 614 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pona village is about 72.48%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 69.52%.
  • There are around 288 households in Pona village.

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%.