Don Khurd - Darauli, Siwan
Don Khurd is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 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 Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Don Khurd is 232296. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 841235 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Don Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Don Khurd
As per Census 2011, Don Khurd village has a total population of 1,993 people, consisting of 944 males and 1,049 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 940 literate and 1,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Don Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,993 | 944 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 212 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 226 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 556 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,053 | 388 | 665 |
Nearby Villages of Don Khurd
Don Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharpura | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Kumhti | West | 1.41 km |
| Karanpura | East | 1.45 km |
| Don Buzurg | North | 1.53 km |
| Bharsanda | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Belsui | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Lenja | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Mahpalwa | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Sonbarsa | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Misraulia | North-West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Don Khurd
Public transport in the Don Khurd 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 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Don Khurd is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Don Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Don Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Don Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Don Khurd located?
Don Khurd village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Don Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Don Khurd is Done Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Don Khurd?
The pincode of Don Khurd is 841235.
What is the population of Don Khurd?
Don Khurd has a total population of 1,993, including 944 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Don Khurd?
There are 314 households in Don Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Don Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don Khurd is 47.17%. Male literacy is 58.90% and female literacy is 36.61%.