Dongargaon Khurd - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Dongargaon Khurd is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Jamuniyakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongargaon Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon Khurd is 495382. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.52 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dongargaon Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongargaon Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Dongargaon Khurd village had a total population of 119 people, including 62 males and 57 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon Khurd
Dongargaon Khurd 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 Khurd
Dongargaon Khurd 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 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 Chhindwara to Dongargaon Khurd is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dongargaon Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Dongargaon Khurd located?
Dongargaon Khurd village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongargaon Khurd is Jamuniyakalan.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon Khurd?
The pincode of Dongargaon Khurd is 480111.
What is the population of Dongargaon Khurd?
Dongargaon Khurd had a total population of 119, including 62 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon Khurd?
Dongargaon Khurd had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon Khurd was 64.49%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 60.00%.