Dongar Mandla - Ghughari, Mandla
Dongar Mandla is a village situated in the Ghughari tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghughari and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Dongarmandla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongar Mandla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongar Mandla is 493077. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.66 hectares and falls under the 481664 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dongar Mandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bichhiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongar Mandla
As per Census 2011, Dongar Mandla village has a total population of 921 people, consisting of 465 males and 456 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 815 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongar Mandla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 465 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 815 | 405 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 266 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 199 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Dongar Mandla
Dongar Mandla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramhepur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Katangi | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Gajraj | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Pipardaun | East | 3.23 km |
| Kandra | North | 3.33 km |
| Gullukhoh | West | 3.54 km |
| Dadargaon | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Dalka Gopangi (gupangi) | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Bilai Khar (bisandhar) | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Chhatarpur | North | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongar Mandla
Dongar Mandla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandla to Dongar Mandla is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongar Mandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongar Mandla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongar Mandla
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 Mandla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dongar Mandla
Where is Dongar Mandla located?
Dongar Mandla village is located in Ghughari Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongar Mandla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongar Mandla is Dongarmandla.
What is the pincode of Dongar Mandla?
The pincode of Dongar Mandla is 481664.
What is the population of Dongar Mandla?
Dongar Mandla has a total population of 921, including 465 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Dongar Mandla?
There are 235 households in Dongar Mandla.
What is the literacy rate in Dongar Mandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongar Mandla is 49.51%. Male literacy is 57.20% and female literacy is 41.67%.