Donkinivalasa - Badangi, Vizianagaram
Donkinivalasa is a village situated in the Badangi mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badangi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Donkinivalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donkinivalasa is 582542. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 535578 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Donkinivalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donkinivalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Donkinivalasa village had a total population of 952 people, including 456 males and 496 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.94%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 56.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 952 | 456 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 343 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 113 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Donkinivalasa
Donkinivalasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmipuram | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Pedapalle | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Tentuvalasa | West | 1.50 km |
| Badangi | North | 1.63 km |
| Veerasagaram | South | 1.83 km |
| Kamannavalasa | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Pindrangivalasa | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Gajarayunivalasa | West | 2.61 km |
| Gangannapalavalasa @ Tatavaripalavalasa | West | 3.03 km |
| Golladi | North-West | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donkinivalasa
Donkinivalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Donkinivalasa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Donkinivalasa is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donkinivalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donkinivalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donkinivalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donkinivalasa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Donkinivalasa
Where is Donkinivalasa located?
Donkinivalasa village is located in Badangi Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donkinivalasa?
Donkinivalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Donkinivalasa?
The pincode of Donkinivalasa is 535578.
What is the population of Donkinivalasa?
Donkinivalasa had a total population of 952, including 456 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Donkinivalasa?
Donkinivalasa had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donkinivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkinivalasa was 67.94%. Male literacy was 80.33% and female literacy was 56.49%.