Dongarkasa - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Dongarkasa is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Chiwrakuta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongarkasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongarkasa is 446076. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.76 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dongarkasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongarkasa
According to the 2011 Census, Dongarkasa village had a total population of 326 people, including 161 males and 165 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.50%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 59.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 326 | 161 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 138 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 110 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 51 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Dongarkasa
Dongarkasa 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 Dongarkasa
Dongarkasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Saraipali to Dongarkasa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Dongarkasa is about 50 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 Dongarkasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongarkasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dongarkasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongarkasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongarkasa
Where is Dongarkasa located?
Dongarkasa village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dongarkasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongarkasa is Chiwrakuta.
What is the pincode of Dongarkasa?
The pincode of Dongarkasa is 493558.
What is the population of Dongarkasa?
Dongarkasa had a total population of 326, including 161 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Dongarkasa?
Dongarkasa had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongarkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongarkasa was 69.50%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 59.72%.