Pontba
Pontba is a village located in Pandua subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Pandua (tehsildar office) and 32.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Simlagarhvitasin is the gram panchayat of Pontba village.
Here you can discover what makes Pontba unique in its vibrant Pandua-Hugli region. You’ll see Pontba’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 Pontba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pontba is 324797. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712149. Bansberia is nearest town to Pontba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Pontba
Population of Pontba
According to the 2011 Census, Pontba has a total population of about 4,237, with approximately 2,096 males and 2,141 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 422 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,579 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,367. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.65%, with male literacy at about 76.10% and female literacy near 63.33%. There are around 1,000 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pontba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,237 | 2,096 | 2,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 203 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,579 | 803 | 776 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,367 | 668 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 2,951 | 1,595 | 1,356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 501 | 785 |
Connectivity of Pontba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pontba. As per the 2011 stats, Pontba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pontba
Knowing the nearby villages of Pontba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pontba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pontba
- Where is Pontba located?
- Pontba village is situated in Pandua Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pontba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pontba is Simlagarhvitasin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pontba?
- The pincode of Pontba is 712149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pontba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pontba is 4,237, with 2,096 males and 2,141 females.
- How many households are there in Pontba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pontba village has a total of 1,000 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pontba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pontba is 69.65%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 63.33%.