Dongarpur (Gaswani) - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Dongarpur (Gaswani) is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Simrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongarpur (Gaswani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongarpur (Gaswani) is 451432. The village covers a total geographical area of 965 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dongarpur (Gaswani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongarpur (Gaswani)
According to the 2011 Census, Dongarpur (Gaswani) village had a total population of 574 people, including 288 males and 286 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.42%, with male literacy at 54.46% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 574 | 288 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 130 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 116 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 172 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Dongarpur (Gaswani)
Dongarpur (Gaswani) 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 Dongarpur (Gaswani)
Dongarpur (Gaswani) 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Dongarpur (Gaswani) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Dongarpur (Gaswani) is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongarpur (Gaswani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongarpur (Gaswani) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dongarpur (Gaswani)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongarpur (Gaswani) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongarpur (Gaswani)
Where is Dongarpur (Gaswani) located?
Dongarpur (Gaswani) village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongarpur (Gaswani)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongarpur (Gaswani) is Simrai.
What is the pincode of Dongarpur (Gaswani)?
The pincode of Dongarpur (Gaswani) is 476332.
What is the population of Dongarpur (Gaswani)?
Dongarpur (Gaswani) had a total population of 574, including 288 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Dongarpur (Gaswani)?
Dongarpur (Gaswani) had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongarpur (Gaswani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongarpur (Gaswani) was 49.42%. Male literacy was 54.46% and female literacy was 44.44%.