Dongaskhal - Malkangiri
Dongaskhal is a village situated in the Malkangiri tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malkangiri and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Challanguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongaskhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongaskhal is 430276. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dongaskhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongaskhal
As per Census 2011, Dongaskhal village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 203 males and 218 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongaskhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 203 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 203 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 164 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Dongaskhal
Dongaskhal 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 Dongaskhal
Dongaskhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Dongaskhal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Dongaskhal is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongaskhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongaskhal 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 Dongaskhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongaskhal 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 Dongaskhal
Where is Dongaskhal located?
Dongaskhal village is located in Malkangiri Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongaskhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongaskhal is Challanguda.
What is the pincode of Dongaskhal?
The pincode of Dongaskhal is 764045.
What is the population of Dongaskhal?
Dongaskhal has a total population of 421, including 203 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Dongaskhal?
There are 104 households in Dongaskhal.
What is the literacy rate in Dongaskhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongaskhal is 18.53%. Male literacy is 19.21% and female literacy is 17.89%.