Dongargaon - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dongargaon is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Dogargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon is 506161. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.91 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dongargaon
As per Census 2011, Dongargaon village has a total population of 1,918 people, consisting of 1,004 males and 914 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,106 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 886 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,918 | 1,004 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 167 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 886 | 466 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 678 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 326 | 486 |
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 bus services. Dongargaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Dongargaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Dongargaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dongargaon
Where is Dongargaon located?
Dongargaon village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongargaon is Dogargaon.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon?
The pincode of Dongargaon is 450661.
What is the population of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon has a total population of 1,918, including 1,004 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon?
There are 405 households in Dongargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon is 57.66%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 46.83%.