Poni - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Poni is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Ghansali and around 94 km from New Tehri. Poni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poni is 042783. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.13 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Poni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poni
As per Census 2011, Poni village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 228 males and 339 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,486 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 228 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 160 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 68 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Poni
Poni is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Poni
Poni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Poni is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Poni is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Poni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poni
Where is Poni located?
Poni village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poni?
Poni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poni?
The pincode of Poni is 249125.
What is the population of Poni?
Poni has a total population of 567, including 228 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Poni?
There are 130 households in Poni.
What is the literacy rate in Poni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poni is 55.20%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 45.13%.