Donganala Village - Pali, Korba
Donganala is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Donganala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donganala is 436221. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.3 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Donganala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donganala
As per Census 2011, Donganala village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 635 males and 628 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 584 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donganala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 635 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 128 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 298 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 410 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 225 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Donganala
Donganala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Damiya | North | 1.75 km |
| Banka | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Mungadih | West | 2.91 km |
| Tendubhatha | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Rahadih | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Saraipali | North | 3.19 km |
| Chepa | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Kartala | East | 3.54 km |
| Korbi | South | 4.39 km |
| Talapar | West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donganala
Donganala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pali to Donganala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Donganala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donganala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donganala 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Donganala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donganala 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 Donganala
Where is Donganala located?
Donganala village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donganala?
Donganala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Donganala?
The pincode of Donganala is 495449.
What is the population of Donganala?
Donganala has a total population of 1,263, including 635 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Donganala?
There are 267 households in Donganala.
What is the literacy rate in Donganala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donganala is 52.26%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 39.81%.