Dongargaon (Sa) - Lakhani, Bhandara
Dongargaon (Sa) is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Dongaon[sa] serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongargaon (Sa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon (Sa) is 537228. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.93 hectares and falls under the 441804 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Dongargaon (Sa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongargaon (Sa)
As per Census 2011, Dongargaon (Sa) village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 322 males and 311 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongargaon (Sa) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 322 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 276 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 46 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon (Sa)
Dongargaon (Sa) 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 Dongargaon (Sa)
Dongargaon (Sa) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Dongargaon (Sa) is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon (Sa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon (Sa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dongargaon (Sa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongargaon (Sa) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dongargaon (Sa)
Where is Dongargaon (Sa) located?
Dongargaon (Sa) village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon (Sa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongargaon (Sa) is Dongaon[sa].
What is the pincode of Dongargaon (Sa)?
The pincode of Dongargaon (Sa) is 441804.
What is the population of Dongargaon (Sa)?
Dongargaon (Sa) has a total population of 633, including 322 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon (Sa)?
There are 154 households in Dongargaon (Sa).
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon (Sa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon (Sa) is 77.73%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 69.45%.