Dongal

Dongal is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 76.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Salepur Ii is the gram panchayat of Dongal village.

Here you can discover what makes Dongal unique in its vibrant Arambag-Hugli region. You’ll see Dongal’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 Dongal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dongal is 324320. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712617. Arambagh is nearest town to Dongal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

As per 2019 stats, Dongal village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Dongal

According to the 2011 Census, Dongal has a total population of about 1,579, with approximately 828 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 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 81.06%, with male literacy at about 86.84% and female literacy near 74.70%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dongal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,579 828 751
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 81 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 170 83 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,280 719 561
Illiterate Population 299 109 190

Connectivity of Dongal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dongal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dongal

Where is Dongal located?
Dongal village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongal is Salepur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dongal?
The pincode of Dongal is 712617, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dongal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dongal is 1,579, with 828 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Dongal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dongal village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dongal is 81.06%. The male literacy rate is 86.84%, while the female literacy rate is 74.70%.