Dongargaon
Dongargaon is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Dongargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dongargaon unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim region. You’ll see Dongargaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dongargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongargaon is 530915. The village spans a total geographical area of 565.7 hectares. Karanja is nearest town to Dongargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Dongargaon
Population of Dongargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dongargaon has a total population of about 1,011, with approximately 520 males and 491 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.50%, with male literacy at about 73.46% and female literacy near 71.49%. There are around 231 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 520 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 733 | 382 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 138 | 140 |
Connectivity of Dongargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dongargaon 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dongargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongargaon
- Where is Dongargaon located?
- Dongargaon village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon?
- Dongargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dongargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongargaon is 1,011, with 520 males and 491 females.
- How many households are there in Dongargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dongargaon village has a total of 231 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongargaon is 72.50%. The male literacy rate is 73.46%, while the female literacy rate is 71.49%.