Dongaon
Dongaon is a village located in Yawal tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Yawal (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Dongaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dongaon unique in its vibrant Yawal-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Dongaon’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 Dongaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongaon is 526769. The village spans a total geographical area of 532.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425302. Yawal is nearest town to Dongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dongaon 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 Chopda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raver Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dongaon
Population of Dongaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dongaon has a total population of about 1,006, with approximately 532 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.86%, with male literacy at about 82.52% and female literacy near 62.03%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 532 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 439 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 93 | 180 |
Connectivity of Dongaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dongaon 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 Dongaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongaon
- Where is Dongaon located?
- Dongaon village is situated in Yawal Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongaon?
- Dongaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dongaon?
- The pincode of Dongaon is 425302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongaon is 1,006, with 532 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongaon village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongaon is 72.86%. The male literacy rate is 82.52%, while the female literacy rate is 62.03%.