Dondkaanhur - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Dondkaanhur is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Saradhudhamre serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dondkaanhur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dondkaanhur is 447735. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.94 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dondkaanhur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dondkaanhur
According to the 2011 Census, Dondkaanhur village had a total population of 210 people, including 115 males and 95 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.47%, with male literacy at 60.92% and female literacy at 30.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 53 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 62 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dondkaanhur
Dondkaanhur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirondadih | South | 1.54 km |
| Metaghamre | West | 3.05 km |
| Hulghat | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Saraghughamre | West | 4.59 km |
| Bangachar | East | 4.88 km |
| Bhuski | North | 4.89 km |
| Kawachikatel | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Gumdidih | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Kondo | West | 5.77 km |
| Medo | East | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dondkaanhur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dondkaanhur. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Dondkaanhur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Dondkaanhur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dondkaanhur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dondkaanhur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dondkaanhur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dondkaanhur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dondkaanhur
Where is Dondkaanhur located?
Dondkaanhur village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dondkaanhur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dondkaanhur is Saradhudhamre.
What is the pincode of Dondkaanhur?
The pincode of Dondkaanhur is 494669.
What is the population of Dondkaanhur?
Dondkaanhur had a total population of 210, including 115 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Dondkaanhur?
Dondkaanhur had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dondkaanhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dondkaanhur was 47.47%. Male literacy was 60.92% and female literacy was 30.99%.