Dongargaon - Shahade, Nandurbar
Dongargaon is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Dogargoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon is 525553. The village covers a total geographical area of 971 hectares and falls under the 425424 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dongargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongargaon
As per Census 2011, Dongargaon village has a total population of 3,906 people, consisting of 1,967 males and 1,939 females. The village has 765 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,023 literate and 1,883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,906 | 1,967 | 1,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 239 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,548 | 747 | 801 |
| Literate Population | 2,023 | 1,169 | 854 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,883 | 798 | 1,085 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon
Dongargaon 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
Public transport in the Dongargaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahade to Dongargaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Dongargaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongargaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dongargaon
Where is Dongargaon located?
Dongargaon village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongargaon is Dogargoan.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon?
The pincode of Dongargaon is 425424.
What is the population of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon has a total population of 3,906, including 1,967 males and 1,939 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon?
There are 765 households in Dongargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon is 51.79%. Male literacy is 59.43% and female literacy is 44.04%.