Dongargaon - Sendhwa, Barwani
Dongargaon is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dongargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon is 478593. The village covers a total geographical area of 879.95 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dongargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongargaon
As per Census 2011, Dongargaon village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 992 males and 981 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 1,365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,931 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 992 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 223 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,931 | 971 | 960 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 355 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 637 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon
Dongargaon 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 Dongargaon
Dongargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Dongargaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dongargaon is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongargaon
Where is Dongargaon located?
Dongargaon village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon?
The pincode of Dongargaon is 451666.
What is the population of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon has a total population of 1,973, including 992 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon?
There are 303 households in Dongargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon is 30.82%. Male literacy is 35.79% and female literacy is 25.79%.