Don Buzurg - Darauli, Siwan
Don Buzurg is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Done Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Don Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Don Buzurg is 232293. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 841235 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Don Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Don Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Don Buzurg village has a total population of 7,204 people, consisting of 3,656 males and 3,548 females. The village has 1,154 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,396 literate and 2,808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Don Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,204 | 3,656 | 3,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,109 | 571 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,363 | 706 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 169 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 4,396 | 2,530 | 1,866 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,808 | 1,126 | 1,682 |
Nearby Villages of Don Buzurg
Don Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanhauli | North | 1.34 km |
| Don Khurd | South | 1.53 km |
| Misraulia | West | 1.73 km |
| Lenja | East | 1.85 km |
| Kumhti | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Karanpura | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Kanaila | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Loharpura | South | 2.38 km |
| Belaon | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Gangpalia | West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Don Buzurg
Public transport in the Don Buzurg is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mairwa to Don Buzurg is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Don Buzurg is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Don Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Don Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Don Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Don Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Don Buzurg
Where is Don Buzurg located?
Don Buzurg village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Don Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Don Buzurg is Done Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Don Buzurg?
The pincode of Don Buzurg is 841235.
What is the population of Don Buzurg?
Don Buzurg has a total population of 7,204, including 3,656 males and 3,548 females.
How many households are there in Don Buzurg?
There are 1,154 households in Don Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Don Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don Buzurg is 61.02%. Male literacy is 69.20% and female literacy is 52.59%.