Dongaon Bk. - Dharangaon, Jalgaon
Dongaon Bk. is a village situated in the Dharangaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharangaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dongaon Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongaon Bk. is 527344. The village covers a total geographical area of 1272.71 hectares and falls under the 425103 pincode. Jalgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dongaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongaon Bk.
As per Census 2011, Dongaon Bk. village has a total population of 1,879 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 871 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,252 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongaon Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,879 | 1,008 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 120 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 116 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 754 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 254 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Dongaon Bk.
Dongaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulpat | South | 2.52 km |
| Sheri | West | 2.60 km |
| Dongaon Kh. | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Rel | North | 3.37 km |
| Avhani | East | 3.60 km |
| Patharad Bk. | West | 4.07 km |
| Bhokani | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Patharad Kh. | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Ladli | North | 4.84 km |
| Nimkhede | West | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongaon Bk.
Dongaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paldhi, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalgaon to Dongaon Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongaon Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongaon Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongaon Bk.
Where is Dongaon Bk. located?
Dongaon Bk. village is located in Dharangaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongaon Bk.?
Dongaon Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongaon Bk.?
The pincode of Dongaon Bk. is 425103.
What is the population of Dongaon Bk.?
Dongaon Bk. has a total population of 1,879, including 1,008 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Dongaon Bk.?
There are 398 households in Dongaon Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Dongaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongaon Bk. is 66.63%. Male literacy is 74.80% and female literacy is 57.18%.