Lohar Dongari - Brahmapuri, Chandrapur
Lohar Dongari is a village situated in the Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmapuri and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Kitadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Lohar Dongari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohar Dongari is 540850. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.48 hectares and falls under the 441206 pincode. Brahmapuri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Lohar Dongari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohar Dongari
According to the 2011 Census, Lohar Dongari village had a total population of 55 people, including 25 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 4 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Lohar Dongari
Lohar Dongari 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 Lohar Dongari
Lohar Dongari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lohar Dongari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapuri to Lohar Dongari is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Lohar Dongari is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohar Dongari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohar Dongari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohar Dongari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohar Dongari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohar Dongari
Where is Lohar Dongari located?
Lohar Dongari village is located in Brahmapuri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lohar Dongari?
The Village Panchayat of Lohar Dongari is Kitadi.
What is the pincode of Lohar Dongari?
The pincode of Lohar Dongari is 441206.
What is the population of Lohar Dongari?
Lohar Dongari had a total population of 55, including 25 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Lohar Dongari?
Lohar Dongari had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohar Dongari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohar Dongari was 70.83%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 52.00%.