Dongila
Dongila is a village located in Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Banke Bazar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Tarwan is the gram panchayat of Dongila village.
Here you can discover what makes Dongila unique in its vibrant Banke Bazar-Gaya region. You’ll see Dongila’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 Dongila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongila is 255868. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824217. Sherghati is nearest town to Dongila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Dongila
Population of Dongila
According to the 2011 Census, Dongila has a total population of about 2,162, with approximately 1,072 males and 1,090 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 442 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,026 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.52%, with male literacy at about 56.25% and female literacy near 40.92%. There are around 351 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,162 | 1,072 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 220 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,026 | 507 | 519 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 603 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 469 | 644 |
Connectivity of Dongila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongila. As per the 2011 stats, Dongila 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dongila
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongila
- Where is Dongila located?
- Dongila village is situated in Banke Bazar Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongila?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dongila is Tarwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dongila?
- The pincode of Dongila is 824217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dongila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongila is 2,162, with 1,072 males and 1,090 females.
- How many households are there in Dongila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongila village has a total of 351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongila is 48.52%. The male literacy rate is 56.25%, while the female literacy rate is 40.92%.