Dongalan

Dongalan is a village located in Indus subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Indus. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dongalan village. As per 2009 stats, Sahaspur is the gram panchayat of Dongalan village.

Dongalan has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Dongalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongalan is 327800. The village spans a total geographical area of 516.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722205. Burdwan is nearest town to Dongalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Dongalan

Below is a concise population overview of Dongalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,182 1,601 1,581
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 424 204 220
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,129 1,060 1,069
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 45 25 20
Literate Population 1,689 987 702
Illiterate Population 1,493 614 879

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dongalan village:

  • The total population of Dongalan village is around 3,182, including approximately 1,601 males and 1,581 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 424 children aged 0–6 years in Dongalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dongalan village has 2,129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dongalan village is about 53.08%, with male literacy at 61.65% and female literacy at 44.40%.
  • There are around 742 households in Dongalan village.

Connectivity of Dongalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dongalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dongalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dongalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dongalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dongalan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dongalan

Where is Dongalan located?
Dongalan village is situated in Indus Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongalan is Sahaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dongalan?
The pincode of Dongalan is 722205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dongalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongalan is 3,182, with 1,601 males and 1,581 females.
How many households are there in Dongalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dongalan village has a total of 742 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongalan is 53.08%. The male literacy rate is 61.65%, while the female literacy rate is 44.40%.