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
As per Census 2011, Dongargaon Kala village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 145 males and 141 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongargaon Kala are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 286, including 145 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon Kala?
There are 59 households in Dongargaon Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon Kala is 58.39%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 42.55%.