Dongar Khapa Mal - Umreth, Chhindwara
Dongar Khapa Mal is a village situated in the Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umreth and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Neemkuhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongar Khapa Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongar Khapa Mal is 494809. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.02 hectares and falls under the 480331 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dongar Khapa Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongar Khapa Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Dongar Khapa Mal village had a total population of 836 people, including 418 males and 418 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.80%, with male literacy at 51.20% and female literacy at 24.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 819.
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 | 836 | 418 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 819 | 410 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 170 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 248 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Dongar Khapa Mal
Dongar Khapa Mal 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 Dongar Khapa Mal
Dongar Khapa Mal 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongar Parasia to Dongar Khapa Mal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Dongar Khapa Mal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongar Khapa Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongar Khapa Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dongar Khapa Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongar Khapa Mal 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 Dongar Khapa Mal
Where is Dongar Khapa Mal located?
Dongar Khapa Mal village is located in Umreth Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongar Khapa Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongar Khapa Mal is Neemkuhi.
What is the pincode of Dongar Khapa Mal?
The pincode of Dongar Khapa Mal is 480331.
What is the population of Dongar Khapa Mal?
Dongar Khapa Mal had a total population of 836, including 418 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Dongar Khapa Mal?
Dongar Khapa Mal had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongar Khapa Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongar Khapa Mal was 37.80%. Male literacy was 51.20% and female literacy was 24.71%.