Don - Mandvi, Kachchh
Don is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Don village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Don is 507260. The village covers a total geographical area of 1961.83 hectares and falls under the 370465 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Don village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Don
According to the 2011 Census, Don village had a total population of 1,636 people, including 827 males and 809 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 74.01% and female literacy at 55.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,636 | 827 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 507 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 320 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Don
Don is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Don
Don is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Don is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Don is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Don
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Don village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Don
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Don
Where is Don located?
Don village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Don?
Don is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Don?
The pincode of Don is 370465.
What is the population of Don?
Don had a total population of 1,636, including 827 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Don?
Don had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Don?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don was 65.11%. Male literacy was 74.01% and female literacy was 55.94%.