Dongarkada - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Dongarkada is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Dongarkada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongarkada is 546264. The village covers a total geographical area of 1614 hectares and falls under the 431701 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dongarkada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongarkada
As per Census 2011, Dongarkada village has a total population of 6,954 people, consisting of 3,556 males and 3,398 females. The village has 1,264 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 947 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,999 literate and 1,955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,015 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongarkada are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dongarkada
Dongarkada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Warud | East | 2.82 km |
| Sukliveer | North | 2.92 km |
| Hiwara Tarf Jawala | South | 3.00 km |
| Jawala Panchal | West | 3.53 km |
| Bhategaon | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Wasphal | West | 4.05 km |
| Zunzunwadi | East | 4.79 km |
| Jamgavhan | North | 5.00 km |
| Choramba (nanded) | East | 5.39 km |
| Gundalwadi | North | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongarkada
Dongarkada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pathrad, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Dongarkada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Dongarkada is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongarkada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongarkada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongarkada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongarkada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongarkada
Where is Dongarkada located?
Dongarkada village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongarkada?
Dongarkada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongarkada?
The pincode of Dongarkada is 431701.
What is the population of Dongarkada?
Dongarkada has a total population of 6,954, including 3,556 males and 3,398 females.
How many households are there in Dongarkada?
There are 1,264 households in Dongarkada.
What is the literacy rate in Dongarkada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongarkada is 71.89%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 64.95%.