Dongar Tarai Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Dongar Tarai is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Bhanwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongar Tarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongar Tarai is 436063. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.15 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dongar Tarai 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 Dongar Tarai
As per Census 2011, Dongar Tarai village has a total population of 687 people, consisting of 344 males and 343 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongar Tarai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 344 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 271 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 238 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 106 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Dongar Tarai
Dongar Tarai 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 Dongar Tarai
Dongar Tarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Dongar Tarai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Dongar Tarai is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongar Tarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongar Tarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongar Tarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongar Tarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dongar Tarai
Where is Dongar Tarai located?
Dongar Tarai village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongar Tarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongar Tarai is Bhanwar.
What is the pincode of Dongar Tarai?
The pincode of Dongar Tarai is 495445.
What is the population of Dongar Tarai?
Dongar Tarai has a total population of 687, including 344 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Dongar Tarai?
There are 144 households in Dongar Tarai.
What is the literacy rate in Dongar Tarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongar Tarai is 58.66%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 48.10%.