Dona

Dona is a village located in Hisua subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hisua (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Dona village is also a gram panchayat.

Dona has its own place in the vibrant Nawada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dona is 258125. The village spans a total geographical area of 464 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Dona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Dona

Below is a concise population overview of Dona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,316 2,761 2,555
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 987 524 463
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,106 577 529
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 2,303 1,472 831
Illiterate Population 3,013 1,289 1,724

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dona village:

  • The total population of Dona village is around 5,316, including approximately 2,761 males and 2,555 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 987 children aged 0–6 years in Dona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dona village has 1,106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dona village is about 43.32%, with male literacy at 53.31% and female literacy at 32.52%.
  • There are around 711 households in Dona village.

Connectivity of Dona

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dona. As per the 2011 stats, Dona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dona

Knowing the nearby villages of Dona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dona.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dona

Where is Dona located?
Dona village is situated in Hisua Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dona?
Dona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dona is 5,316, with 2,761 males and 2,555 females.
How many households are there in Dona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dona village has a total of 711 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dona is 43.32%. The male literacy rate is 53.31%, while the female literacy rate is 32.52%.