Dongrale - Malegaon, Nashik
Dongrale is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dongrale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongrale is 550177. The village covers a total geographical area of 3714.44 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dongrale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongrale
As per Census 2011, Dongrale village has a total population of 2,743 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,323 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,797 literate and 946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongrale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,420 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 202 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 207 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 291 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,008 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 412 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Dongrale
Dongrale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharadenagar | East | 3.58 km |
| Ajnale | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Tinghari | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Henkalwadi-1 | East | 5.55 km |
| Galne | South-West | 5.69 km |
| Vanpat | South | 5.87 km |
| Ghanegaon | South-East | 6.94 km |
| Padalde | North-East | 7.80 km |
| Nagzari | West | 8.17 km |
| Sadgaon | East | 8.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongrale
Dongrale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malegaon to Dongrale is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dongrale is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongrale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongrale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongrale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongrale 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 Dongrale
Where is Dongrale located?
Dongrale village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongrale?
Dongrale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongrale?
The pincode of Dongrale is 423205.
What is the population of Dongrale?
Dongrale has a total population of 2,743, including 1,420 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Dongrale?
There are 549 households in Dongrale.
What is the literacy rate in Dongrale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongrale is 65.51%. Male literacy is 70.99% and female literacy is 59.64%.