Dongarkada
Dongarkada is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Dongarkada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dongarkada unique in its vibrant Kalamnuri-Hingoli region. You’ll see Dongarkada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dongarkada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongarkada is 546264. The village spans a total geographical area of 1614 hectares. Nanded is nearest town to Dongarkada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dongarkada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dongarkada
Population of Dongarkada
According to the 2011 Census, Dongarkada has a total population of about 6,954, with approximately 3,556 males and 3,398 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 947 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,015 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 287. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.89%, with male literacy at about 78.52% and female literacy near 64.95%. There are around 1,264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongarkada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,954 | 3,556 | 3,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 947 | 500 | 447 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 521 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 140 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 4,999 | 2,792 | 2,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,955 | 764 | 1,191 |
Connectivity of Dongarkada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongarkada. As per the 2011 stats, Dongarkada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dongarkada
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongarkada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongarkada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongarkada
- Where is Dongarkada located?
- Dongarkada village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongarkada?
- Dongarkada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dongarkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongarkada is 6,954, with 3,556 males and 3,398 females.
- How many households are there in Dongarkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongarkada village has a total of 1,264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongarkada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongarkada is 71.89%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 64.95%.