Dongaon

Dongaon is a village located in Jamkhed tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhed (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dongaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Dongaon unique in its vibrant Jamkhed-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Dongaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dongaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongaon is 558632. The village spans a total geographical area of 1371 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Dongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 103km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dongaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dongaon

According to the 2011 Census, Dongaon has a total population of about 1,793, with approximately 956 males and 837 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 410 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.23%, with male literacy at about 67.05% and female literacy near 50.30%. There are around 405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,793 956 837
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 114 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 410 217 193
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,062 641 421
Illiterate Population 731 315 416

Connectivity of Dongaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dongaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dongaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Dongaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dongaon

Where is Dongaon located?
Dongaon village is situated in Jamkhed Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongaon?
Dongaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongaon is 1,793, with 956 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dongaon village has a total of 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongaon is 59.23%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 50.30%.