Doongapura - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Doongapura is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Vijaygarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doongapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doongapura is 480140. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.22 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Doongapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doongapura
According to the 2011 Census, Doongapura village had a total population of 279 people, including 140 males and 139 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.26%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 279 | 140 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 78 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 62 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Doongapura
Doongapura 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 Doongapura
Doongapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Doongapura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Doongapura is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doongapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doongapura 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 Doongapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doongapura 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 Doongapura
Where is Doongapura located?
Doongapura village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doongapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Doongapura is Vijaygarh.
What is the pincode of Doongapura?
The pincode of Doongapura is 465669.
What is the population of Doongapura?
Doongapura had a total population of 279, including 140 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Doongapura?
Doongapura had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doongapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doongapura was 57.26%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 46.67%.