Dongargaon - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Dongargaon is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Dongargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongargaon is 543149. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongargaon
As per Census 2011, Dongargaon village has a total population of 2,743 people, consisting of 1,409 males and 1,334 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,850 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,409 | 1,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 209 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 219 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 199 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 1,850 | 1,052 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 357 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Dongargaon
Dongargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paluwadi | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Botha | South | 3.18 km |
| Asoli | West | 3.33 km |
| Morath | East | 3.34 km |
| Dharkanha | North | 3.64 km |
| Lohara Kh. | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Weni Bk. | North-East | 4.90 km |
| Wakodi | East | 5.07 km |
| Gaul Kh. | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Dharmoha | South-East | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dongargaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dongargaon. The nearest railway station is Khadki Bazar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| 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 Pusad to Dongargaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Dongargaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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
Where is Dongargaon located?
Dongargaon village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dongargaon?
The pincode of Dongargaon is 445205.
What is the population of Dongargaon?
Dongargaon has a total population of 2,743, including 1,409 males and 1,334 females.
How many households are there in Dongargaon?
There are 667 households in Dongargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dongargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongargaon is 67.44%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 59.82%.