Pona
About Pona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pona village is 033793. Pona village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 518 hectares. Pona has a total population of 1,555 peoples, out of which male population is 807 while female population is 748. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 926 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pona village is 72.48% out of which 75.22% males and 69.52% females are literate. There are about 288 houses in pona village. Pincode of pona village locality is 142024.
When it comes to administration, Pona village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pona village comes under Jagraon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Jagraon is nearest town to pona village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pona
The population details of Pona cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 807 | 748 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 614 | 317 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 607 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 200 | 228 |
Connectivity of Pona
| 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 |
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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%.