Dongaste
Dongaste is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dongaste village is also a gram panchayat.
Dongaste has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Dongaste
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongaste is 552088. The village spans a total geographical area of 188 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421312. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Dongaste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Dongaste
Population of Dongaste
Below is a concise population overview of Dongaste 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 | 600 | 318 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 112 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 238 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 80 | 113 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dongaste village:
- The total population of Dongaste village is around 600, including approximately 318 males and 282 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Dongaste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dongaste village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 191 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dongaste village is about 67.83%, with male literacy at 74.84% and female literacy at 59.93%.
- There are around 125 households in Dongaste village.
Connectivity of Dongaste
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongaste. As per the 2011 stats, Dongaste 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dongaste
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongaste helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongaste.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongaste
- Where is Dongaste located?
- Dongaste village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongaste?
- Dongaste serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dongaste?
- The pincode of Dongaste is 421312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dongaste as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongaste is 600, with 318 males and 282 females.
- How many households are there in Dongaste as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongaste village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongaste as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongaste is 67.83%. The male literacy rate is 74.84%, while the female literacy rate is 59.93%.