Dondawada - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dondawada is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Surva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dondawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dondawada is 477425. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dondawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dondawada
According to the 2011 Census, Dondawada village had a total population of 350 people, including 178 males and 172 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 80.63% and female literacy at 39.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 129 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 49 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Dondawada
Dondawada 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 Dondawada
Dondawada 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 >10 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 Bhikangaon to Dondawada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dondawada is about 31 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 Dondawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dondawada 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 Dondawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dondawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dondawada
Where is Dondawada located?
Dondawada village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dondawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dondawada is Surva.
What is the pincode of Dondawada?
The pincode of Dondawada is 451331.
What is the population of Dondawada?
Dondawada had a total population of 350, including 178 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Dondawada?
Dondawada had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dondawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dondawada was 60.98%. Male literacy was 80.63% and female literacy was 39.31%.