Dongaon
Dongaon is a village located in Paithan tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Paithan (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Dongaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dongaon unique in its vibrant Paithan-Aurangabad 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 549474. The village spans a total geographical area of 1122 hectares. Paithan is nearest town to Dongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Dongaon
Population of Dongaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dongaon has a total population of about 2,309, with approximately 1,206 males and 1,103 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 385 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.13%, with male literacy at about 66.75% and female literacy near 44.51%. There are around 458 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,309 | 1,206 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 229 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 100 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 805 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 401 | 612 |
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 Paithan Tehsil, within the Aurangabad 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 2,309, with 1,206 males and 1,103 females.
- How many households are there in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongaon village has a total of 458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongaon is 56.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 44.51%.