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.
Pontba has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 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.
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Population of Pontba
Below is a concise population overview of Pontba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pontba village:
- The total population of Pontba village is around 4,237, including approximately 2,096 males and 2,141 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 422 children aged 0–6 years in Pontba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pontba village has 1,579 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,367 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pontba village is about 69.65%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 63.33%.
- There are around 1,000 households in Pontba village.
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) |
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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%.