Dhangaon - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Dhangaon is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Mungeli and around 43 km from Bilaspur. Dhangaon (go) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhangaon is 438322. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.14 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dhangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhangaon
As per Census 2011, Dhangaon village has a total population of 2,158 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,031 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,024 literate and 1,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 768 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,158 | 1,127 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 201 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 768 | 403 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 647 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,134 | 480 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Dhangaon
Dhangaon 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 Dhangaon
Dhangaon 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Dhangaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dhangaon is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhangaon 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 Dhangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhangaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhangaon
Where is Dhangaon located?
Dhangaon village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhangaon is Dhangaon (go).
What is the pincode of Dhangaon?
The pincode of Dhangaon is 495334.
What is the population of Dhangaon?
Dhangaon has a total population of 2,158, including 1,127 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Dhangaon?
There are 493 households in Dhangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhangaon is 47.45%. Male literacy is 57.41% and female literacy is 36.57%.