Dongar
Dongar is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Donger is the gram panchayat of Dongar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dongar unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Dongar’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 Dongar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongar is 500284. The village spans a total geographical area of 824.22 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Dongar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dongar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dongar
Population of Dongar
According to the 2011 Census, Dongar has a total population of about 1,844, with approximately 958 males and 886 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 317 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.80%, with male literacy at about 68.37% and female literacy near 38.04%. There are around 344 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,844 | 958 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 153 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 170 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 655 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 303 | 549 |
Connectivity of Dongar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongar. As per the 2011 stats, Dongar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Dongar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongar
- Where is Dongar located?
- Dongar village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dongar is Donger (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dongar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongar is 1,844, with 958 males and 886 females.
- How many households are there in Dongar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongar village has a total of 344 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongar is 53.80%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 38.04%.