Dongarsarwar - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Dongarsarwar is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Uchehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongarsarwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongarsarwar is 501178. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.77 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dongarsarwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongarsarwar
As per Census 2011, Dongarsarwar village has a total population of 582 people, consisting of 288 males and 294 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongarsarwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 288 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 33 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 181 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 171 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 117 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Dongarsarwar
Dongarsarwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Sichaura | North | 3.01 km |
| Naudhiya | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Pondi | East | 3.53 km |
| Keet | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Matohar | West | 4.10 km |
| Serimar | South | 5.26 km |
| Chitraw | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Domhar | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Charkidol | South-East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongarsarwar
Dongarsarwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| 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 Jaisinghnagar to Dongarsarwar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Dongarsarwar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongarsarwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongarsarwar 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 Dongarsarwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongarsarwar 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 Dongarsarwar
Where is Dongarsarwar located?
Dongarsarwar village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongarsarwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongarsarwar is Uchehara.
What is the pincode of Dongarsarwar?
The pincode of Dongarsarwar is 484771.
What is the population of Dongarsarwar?
Dongarsarwar has a total population of 582, including 288 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Dongarsarwar?
There are 135 households in Dongarsarwar.
What is the literacy rate in Dongarsarwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongarsarwar is 50.17%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 41.16%.