Dond - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Dond is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dhod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dond is 446673. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.95 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dond
According to the 2011 Census, Dond village had a total population of 636 people, including 317 males and 319 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.96%, with male literacy at 83.80% and female literacy at 65.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 317 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 33 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 238 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 79 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Dond
Dond 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 Dond
Dond 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 Bagbahara to Dond is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Dond is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dond
Where is Dond located?
Dond village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dond?
The Gram Panchayat of Dond is Dhod.
What is the pincode of Dond?
The pincode of Dond is 493445.
What is the population of Dond?
Dond had a total population of 636, including 317 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Dond?
Dond had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dond was 74.96%. Male literacy was 83.80% and female literacy was 65.82%.