Donkarai - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Donkarai is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Y.ramavaram and around 191 km from Kakinada. Boddagandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donkarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donkarai is 586645. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 533348 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Donkarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donkarai
As per Census 2011, Donkarai village has a total population of 2,194 people, consisting of 997 males and 1,197 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,084 literate and 1,110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donkarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,194 | 997 | 1,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 130 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,211 | 511 | 700 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 550 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,110 | 447 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Donkarai
Donkarai 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 Donkarai
Donkarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Peddapuram to Donkarai is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Donkarai is about 191 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donkarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donkarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donkarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donkarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donkarai
Where is Donkarai located?
Donkarai village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donkarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Donkarai is Boddagandi.
What is the pincode of Donkarai?
The pincode of Donkarai is 533348.
What is the population of Donkarai?
Donkarai has a total population of 2,194, including 997 males and 1,197 females.
How many households are there in Donkarai?
There are 575 households in Donkarai.
What is the literacy rate in Donkarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkarai is 49.41%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 44.61%.