Dawankara
Dawankara is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Dawankara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dawankara unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Dawankara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dawankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dawankara is 432221. The village spans a total geographical area of 544.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Dawankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Dawankara
Population of Dawankara
According to the 2011 Census, Dawankara has a total population of about 1,767, with approximately 872 males and 895 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 543. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.25%, with male literacy at about 59.06% and female literacy near 41.68%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dawankara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,767 | 872 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 156 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 274 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 515 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 357 | 522 |
Connectivity of Dawankara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dawankara. As per the 2011 stats, Dawankara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dawankara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dawankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dawankara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dawankara
- Where is Dawankara located?
- Dawankara village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dawankara?
- Dawankara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dawankara?
- The pincode of Dawankara is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dawankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dawankara is 1,767, with 872 males and 895 females.
- How many households are there in Dawankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dawankara village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dawankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dawankara is 50.25%. The male literacy rate is 59.06%, while the female literacy rate is 41.68%.