Dongargaon Kala - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Dongargaon Kala is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Surrewani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongargaon Kala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon Kala is 495424. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.13 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dongargaon Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongargaon Kala
According to the 2011 Census, Dongargaon Kala village had a total population of 286 people, including 145 males and 141 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.07%, with male literacy at 82.95% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 286 | 145 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 107 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 38 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon Kala
Dongargaon Kala 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 Kala
Dongargaon Kala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Dongargaon Kala is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon Kala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dongargaon Kala
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 Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dongargaon Kala
Where is Dongargaon Kala located?
Dongargaon Kala village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon Kala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongargaon Kala is Surrewani.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon Kala?
The pincode of Dongargaon Kala is 480111.
What is the population of Dongargaon Kala?
Dongargaon Kala had a total population of 286, including 145 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon Kala?
Dongargaon Kala had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon Kala was 67.07%. Male literacy was 82.95% and female literacy was 50.00%.