Dandgaon - Udaypur, Surguja
Dandgaon is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Dabdgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandgaon is 433191. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022.87 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dandgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandgaon
As per Census 2011, Dandgaon village has a total population of 2,179 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,064 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,404 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,179 | 1,115 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 173 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,404 | 704 | 700 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 591 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 524 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Dandgaon
Dandgaon 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 Dandgaon
Dandgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dandgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Dandgaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dandgaon
Where is Dandgaon located?
Dandgaon village is located in Udaypur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandgaon is Dabdgoan.
What is the pincode of Dandgaon?
The pincode of Dandgaon is 497117.
What is the population of Dandgaon?
Dandgaon has a total population of 2,179, including 1,115 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Dandgaon?
There are 473 households in Dandgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dandgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandgaon is 45.62%. Male literacy is 53.00% and female literacy is 37.88%.