Donalanka - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Donalanka is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Devipatnam and around 114 km from Kakinada. Pamugandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donalanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donalanka is 586614. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Donalanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donalanka
As per Census 2011, Donalanka village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 134 males and 154 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,149 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donalanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 134 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 129 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 81 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 53 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Donalanka
Donalanka 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 Donalanka
Public transport in the Donalanka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajahmundry to Donalanka is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Donalanka is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donalanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donalanka 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 Donalanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donalanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donalanka
Where is Donalanka located?
Donalanka village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donalanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Donalanka is Pamugandi.
What is the pincode of Donalanka?
The pincode of Donalanka is 533288.
What is the population of Donalanka?
Donalanka has a total population of 288, including 134 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Donalanka?
There are 88 households in Donalanka.
What is the literacy rate in Donalanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donalanka is 49.31%. Male literacy is 60.45% and female literacy is 39.61%.