Dongargaon
Dongargaon is a village located in Sillod tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sillod (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Dongargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dongargaon unique in its vibrant Sillod-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Dongargaon’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 Dongargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongargaon is 548636. The village spans a total geographical area of 1405 hectares. Sillod is nearest town to Dongargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Dongargaon
Population of Dongargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dongargaon has a total population of about 7,685, with approximately 4,013 males and 3,672 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,378 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 993 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.13%, with male literacy at about 64.64% and female literacy near 44.74%. There are around 1,527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,685 | 4,013 | 3,672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,378 | 727 | 651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 993 | 514 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,237 | 2,594 | 1,643 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,448 | 1,419 | 2,029 |
Connectivity of Dongargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dongargaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongargaon
- Where is Dongargaon located?
- Dongargaon village is situated in Sillod Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon?
- Dongargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dongargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongargaon is 7,685, with 4,013 males and 3,672 females.
- How many households are there in Dongargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongargaon village has a total of 1,527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongargaon is 55.13%. The male literacy rate is 64.64%, while the female literacy rate is 44.74%.