Donela - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Donela is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Paderu and around 144 km from Visakhapatnam. Kinchuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donela is 584590. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Donela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donela
According to the 2011 Census, Donela village had a total population of 69 people, including 41 males and 28 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 683 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.43%, with male literacy at 45.71% and female literacy at 19.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 25 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Donela
Donela 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 Donela
Public transport in the Donela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Donela is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Donela is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donela 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 Donela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donela 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 Donela
Where is Donela located?
Donela village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donela?
The Gram Panchayat of Donela is Kinchuru.
What is the pincode of Donela?
The pincode of Donela is 531024.
What is the population of Donela?
Donela had a total population of 69, including 41 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Donela?
Donela had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donela was 34.43%. Male literacy was 45.71% and female literacy was 19.23%.