Dongariya - Baihar, Balaghat
Dongariya is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Latri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongariya is 498032. The village covers a total geographical area of 1401.01 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town.
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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongariya
According to the 2011 Census, Dongariya village had a total population of 231 people, including 118 males and 113 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.38%, with male literacy at 75.82% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 49 | 56 |
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
Dongariya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Dongariya is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongariya is Latri.
What is the pincode of Dongariya?
The pincode of Dongariya is 481117.
What is the population of Dongariya?
Dongariya had a total population of 231, including 118 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Dongariya?
Dongariya had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongariya was 67.38%. Male literacy was 75.82% and female literacy was 59.38%.