Dongariya - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dongariya is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kumhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongariya is 502051. The village covers a total geographical area of 1102.47 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dongariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongariya
According to the 2011 Census, Dongariya village had a total population of 649 people, including 319 males and 330 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.86%, with male literacy at 67.70% and female literacy at 42.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 632.
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 | 649 | 319 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 311 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 174 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 145 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Dongariya
Dongariya 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 Dongariya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dongariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Dongariya is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Dongariya is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dongariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongariya
Where is Dongariya located?
Dongariya village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongariya is Kumhani.
What is the pincode of Dongariya?
The pincode of Dongariya is 484881.
What is the population of Dongariya?
Dongariya had a total population of 649, including 319 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Dongariya?
Dongariya had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongariya was 54.86%. Male literacy was 67.70% and female literacy was 42.02%.