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
According to the 2011 Census, Donkarai village had a total population of 2,194 people, including 997 males and 1,197 females, living in 575 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.19%, with male literacy at 63.44% and female literacy at 50.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,211.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,194, including 997 males and 1,197 females.
How many households are there in Donkarai?
Donkarai had 575 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donkarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkarai was 56.19%. Male literacy was 63.44% and female literacy was 50.28%.