Dongardula - Nagri, Dhamtari
Dongardula is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Dongardula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongardula is 447235. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.55 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dongardula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongardula
As per Census 2011, Dongardula village has a total population of 1,910 people, consisting of 936 males and 974 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,244 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 861 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongardula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,910 | 936 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 861 | 414 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 1,244 | 693 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 243 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Dongardula
Dongardula 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 Dongardula
Dongardula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Dongardula is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Dongardula is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongardula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongardula 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 Dongardula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongardula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dongardula
Where is Dongardula located?
Dongardula village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongardula?
Dongardula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongardula?
The pincode of Dongardula is 493778.
What is the population of Dongardula?
Dongardula has a total population of 1,910, including 936 males and 974 females.
How many households are there in Dongardula?
There are 499 households in Dongardula.
What is the literacy rate in Dongardula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongardula is 65.13%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 56.57%.