Dongaria - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Dongaria is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.2 km from Alipore. Dongaria Raipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongaria is 333346. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.5 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Dongaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongaria
As per Census 2011, Dongaria village has a total population of 7,425 people, consisting of 3,794 males and 3,631 females. The village has 1,809 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,367 literate and 2,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,425 | 3,794 | 3,631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 350 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,380 | 1,705 | 1,675 |
| Literate Population | 5,367 | 2,912 | 2,455 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,058 | 882 | 1,176 |
Nearby Villages of Dongaria
Dongaria 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 Dongaria
Dongaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dakshin Raipur to Dongaria is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dongaria is about 27.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dongaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dongaria
Where is Dongaria located?
Dongaria village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongaria is Dongaria Raipur.
What is the pincode of Dongaria?
The pincode of Dongaria is 743318.
What is the population of Dongaria?
Dongaria has a total population of 7,425, including 3,794 males and 3,631 females.
How many households are there in Dongaria?
There are 1,809 households in Dongaria.
What is the literacy rate in Dongaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongaria is 72.28%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 67.61%.