Dongripali Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Dongripali is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dongripali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongripali is 446368. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.06 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dongripali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongripali
As per Census 2011, Dongripali village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 618 males and 634 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongripali are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 618 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 145 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 418 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 200 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Dongripali
Dongripali 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 Dongripali
Dongripali 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 | 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 Bagbahara to Dongripali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Dongripali 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 Dongripali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongripali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dongripali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongripali 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 Dongripali
Where is Dongripali located?
Dongripali village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongripali?
Dongripali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongripali?
The pincode of Dongripali is 493551.
What is the population of Dongripali?
Dongripali has a total population of 1,252, including 618 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Dongripali?
There are 258 households in Dongripali.
What is the literacy rate in Dongripali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongripali is 55.43%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 43.53%.