Dongar Kathora - Yawal, Jalgaon
Dongar Kathora is a village situated in the Yawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yawal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. D. Kathora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongar Kathora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongar Kathora is 526818. The village covers a total geographical area of 3000 hectares and falls under the 425301 pincode. Yawal is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dongar Kathora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raver Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dongar Kathora
As per Census 2011, Dongar Kathora village has a total population of 4,957 people, consisting of 2,515 males and 2,442 females. The village has 1,224 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 618 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,376 literate and 1,581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongar Kathora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,957 | 2,515 | 2,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 301 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 327 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,398 | 680 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 3,376 | 1,876 | 1,500 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,581 | 639 | 942 |
Nearby Villages of Dongar Kathora
Dongar Kathora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolwad | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Vadri Kh | West | 3.50 km |
| Parsade Bk | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Satod | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Haripura | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Chitode | South | 5.12 km |
| Sangvi Bk | South | 5.27 km |
| Hingone | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Korpawli | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Mohrale | West | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongar Kathora
Dongar Kathora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duskheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 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 Yawal to Dongar Kathora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dongar Kathora is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongar Kathora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongar Kathora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongar Kathora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongar Kathora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dongar Kathora
Where is Dongar Kathora located?
Dongar Kathora village is located in Yawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongar Kathora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongar Kathora is D. Kathora.
What is the pincode of Dongar Kathora?
The pincode of Dongar Kathora is 425301.
What is the population of Dongar Kathora?
Dongar Kathora has a total population of 4,957, including 2,515 males and 2,442 females.
How many households are there in Dongar Kathora?
There are 1,224 households in Dongar Kathora.
What is the literacy rate in Dongar Kathora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongar Kathora is 68.11%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 61.43%.