Dholdongri - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Dholdongri is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kotgul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholdongri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholdongri is 538839. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.57 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Dholdongri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholdongri
According to the 2011 Census, Dholdongri village had a total population of 350 people, including 172 males and 178 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.97%, with male literacy at 71.92% and female literacy at 52.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 350 | 172 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 159 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 105 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 67 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Dholdongri
Dholdongri 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 Dholdongri
Public transport in the Dholdongri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dholdongri is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Dholdongri is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholdongri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholdongri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholdongri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholdongri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dholdongri
Where is Dholdongri located?
Dholdongri village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholdongri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholdongri is Kotgul.
What is the pincode of Dholdongri?
The pincode of Dholdongri is 441209.
What is the population of Dholdongri?
Dholdongri had a total population of 350, including 172 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Dholdongri?
Dholdongri had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholdongri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholdongri was 61.97%. Male literacy was 71.92% and female literacy was 52.83%.