Dongar Tamasi - Armori, Gadchiroli
Dongar Tamasi is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kurandi serves as the Village Panchayat for Dongar Tamasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongar Tamasi is 538549. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.12 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Dongar Tamasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dongar Tamasi
According to the 2011 Census, Dongar Tamasi village had a total population of 313 people, including 161 males and 152 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 84.25% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 313 | 161 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Dongar Tamasi
Dongar Tamasi 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 Dongar Tamasi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dongar Tamasi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Dongar Tamasi is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Dongar Tamasi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongar Tamasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongar Tamasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dongar Tamasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongar Tamasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dongar Tamasi
Where is Dongar Tamasi located?
Dongar Tamasi village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dongar Tamasi?
The Village Panchayat of Dongar Tamasi is Kurandi.
What is the pincode of Dongar Tamasi?
The pincode of Dongar Tamasi is 441217.
What is the population of Dongar Tamasi?
Dongar Tamasi had a total population of 313, including 161 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Dongar Tamasi?
Dongar Tamasi had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongar Tamasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongar Tamasi was 81.47%. Male literacy was 84.25% and female literacy was 78.57%.