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
As per Census 2011, Dondkaanhur village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 115 males and 95 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dondkaanhur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 210, including 115 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Dondkaanhur?
There are 44 households in Dondkaanhur.
What is the literacy rate in Dondkaanhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dondkaanhur is 35.71%. Male literacy is 46.09% and female literacy is 23.16%.