Dongamauha - Tamnar, Raigarh
Dongamauha is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Sarasmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongamauha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongamauha is 434822. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.13 hectares and falls under the 496107 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dongamauha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongamauha
As per Census 2011, Dongamauha village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 403 males and 374 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongamauha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 403 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 87 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 289 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 114 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Dongamauha
Dongamauha 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 Dongamauha
Dongamauha 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 Gharghoda to Dongamauha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Dongamauha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongamauha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongamauha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongamauha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongamauha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dongamauha
Where is Dongamauha located?
Dongamauha village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongamauha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongamauha is Sarasmal.
What is the pincode of Dongamauha?
The pincode of Dongamauha is 496107.
What is the population of Dongamauha?
Dongamauha has a total population of 777, including 403 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Dongamauha?
There are 202 households in Dongamauha.
What is the literacy rate in Dongamauha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongamauha is 69.11%. Male literacy is 71.71% and female literacy is 66.31%.