Dongaon
Dongaon is a village located in Biloli tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Biloli (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Dongaon Kh is the gram panchayat of Dongaon village.
Dongaon has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dongaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongaon is 545085. The village spans a total geographical area of 821 hectares. Biloli is nearest town to Dongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 Deglur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded 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
Below is a concise population overview of Dongaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,889 | 961 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 111 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 295 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 657 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 304 | 485 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dongaon village:
- The total population of Dongaon village is around 1,889, including approximately 961 males and 928 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Dongaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dongaon village has 561 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dongaon village is about 58.23%, with male literacy at 68.37% and female literacy at 47.74%.
- There are around 382 households in Dongaon village.
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 Biloli Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dongaon is Dongaon Kh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongaon is 1,889, with 961 males and 928 females.
- How many households are there in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongaon village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongaon is 58.23%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 47.74%.