Dongargaon (Sindkhed) - Kinwat, Nanded
Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Dongargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongargaon (Sindkhed) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is 544247. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.86 hectares and falls under the 431810 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dongargaon (Sindkhed) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongargaon (Sindkhed)
According to the 2011 Census, Dongargaon (Sindkhed) village had a total population of 395 people, including 214 males and 181 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.87%, with male literacy at 59.24% and female literacy at 41.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 388.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 214 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 209 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 109 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 105 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon (Sindkhed)
Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dongargaon (Sindkhed)
Public transport in the Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kinwat to Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon (Sindkhed)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon (Sindkhed) 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 Dongargaon (Sindkhed)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongargaon (Sindkhed) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongargaon (Sindkhed)
Where is Dongargaon (Sindkhed) located?
Dongargaon (Sindkhed) village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon (Sindkhed)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is Dongargaon.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon (Sindkhed)?
The pincode of Dongargaon (Sindkhed) is 431810.
What is the population of Dongargaon (Sindkhed)?
Dongargaon (Sindkhed) had a total population of 395, including 214 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon (Sindkhed)?
Dongargaon (Sindkhed) had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon (Sindkhed)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon (Sindkhed) was 50.87%. Male literacy was 59.24% and female literacy was 41.36%.