Dongaon
Dongaon is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 90km 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 Vaijapur-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 549152. The village spans a total geographical area of 849.98 hectares. Vaijapur is nearest town to Dongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Dongaon
Population of Dongaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dongaon has a total population of about 1,204, with approximately 615 males and 589 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.86%, with male literacy at about 76.26% and female literacy near 59.08%. There are around 283 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 | 1,204 | 615 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 216 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 469 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 146 | 241 |
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 <5 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 Vaijapur 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 1,204, with 615 males and 589 females.
- How many households are there in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongaon village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongaon is 67.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.26%, while the female literacy rate is 59.08%.