Dongargaon - Chimur, Chandrapur
Dongargaon is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Chak Jambhul Vihira serves as the Village Panchayat for Dongargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon is 540480. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.67 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Dongargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dongargaon village had a total population of 266 people, including 129 males and 137 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.54%, with male literacy at 88.39% and female literacy at 69.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 99 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 30 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon
Dongargaon 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dongargaon.
| 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 Warora to Dongargaon is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Dongargaon is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon 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
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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dongargaon
Where is Dongargaon located?
Dongargaon village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dongargaon?
The Village Panchayat of Dongargaon is Chak Jambhul Vihira.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon?
The pincode of Dongargaon is 442903.
What is the population of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon had a total population of 266, including 129 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon?
Dongargaon had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon was 78.54%. Male literacy was 88.39% and female literacy was 69.42%.