Donde Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Donde is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Harangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donde is 448218. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Donde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donde
As per Census 2011, Donde village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 229 males and 214 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donde are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 229 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 147 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 82 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Donde
Donde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shri Nagar | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Krishna Nagar | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Devipur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Harangarh | West | 2.29 km |
| Subhash Nagar | South | 2.34 km |
| Badekapsi | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Dwarkapuri | East | 2.86 km |
| Rajendra Nagar | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Chhotekapsi | North | 2.89 km |
| Kali Nagar | East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donde
Donde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Donde is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Donde is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Donde
Where is Donde located?
Donde village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donde?
The Gram Panchayat of Donde is Harangarh.
What is the pincode of Donde?
The pincode of Donde is 494771.
What is the population of Donde?
Donde has a total population of 443, including 229 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Donde?
There are 82 households in Donde.
What is the literacy rate in Donde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donde is 54.18%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 43.46%.