Phondar - Govardhan, Mathura
Phondar is a village situated in the Govardhan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Mathura and around 25 km from Mathura. Phondar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phondar is 124261. The village covers a total geographical area of 1360.21 hectares and falls under the 281123 pincode. Saunkh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Phondar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goverdhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phondar
As per Census 2011, Phondar village has a total population of 8,725 people, consisting of 4,771 males and 3,954 females. The village has 1,422 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,439 literate and 3,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,014 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phondar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,725 | 4,771 | 3,954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,258 | 686 | 572 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,014 | 562 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 5,439 | 3,593 | 1,846 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,286 | 1,178 | 2,108 |
Nearby Villages of Phondar
Phondar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loriha Patti | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Magorra | East | 2.98 km |
| Takha | South | 3.54 km |
| Dhakpura | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Palidungara | North | 3.81 km |
| Singa Patti | North | 4.13 km |
| Rasulpur | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Son | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Gunsara | West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phondar
Phondar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jajan Patti, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saunkh to Phondar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mathura to Phondar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phondar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phondar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phondar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phondar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phondar
Where is Phondar located?
Phondar village is located in Govardhan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phondar?
Phondar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phondar?
The pincode of Phondar is 281123.
What is the population of Phondar?
Phondar has a total population of 8,725, including 4,771 males and 3,954 females.
How many households are there in Phondar?
There are 1,422 households in Phondar.
What is the literacy rate in Phondar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phondar is 62.34%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 46.69%.