Dungaon - Ambad, Jalna
Dungaon is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Dungaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungaon is 547845. The village covers a total geographical area of 2004.42 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dungaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungaon
As per Census 2011, Dungaon village has a total population of 3,584 people, consisting of 1,835 males and 1,749 females. The village has 765 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,092 literate and 1,492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,584 | 1,835 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 260 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,092 | 1,264 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,492 | 571 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Dungaon
Dungaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koli Sirasgaon | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Domegaon | North | 3.42 km |
| Taka | South | 3.78 km |
| Lasura | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Koli Bodkha | West | 4.94 km |
| Ramgavhan Bk. | South | 4.98 km |
| Dodadgaon | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Wadi Lasura | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Murma | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Zodegaon | North | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dungaon
Dungaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarwari, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 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 Ambad to Dungaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Dungaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dungaon
Where is Dungaon located?
Dungaon village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungaon?
Dungaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungaon?
The pincode of Dungaon is 431204.
What is the population of Dungaon?
Dungaon has a total population of 3,584, including 1,835 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Dungaon?
There are 765 households in Dungaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dungaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungaon is 58.37%. Male literacy is 68.88% and female literacy is 47.34%.