Donja - Chikhli, Navsari
Donja is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Donja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donja is 523068. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.59 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Donja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donja
As per Census 2011, Donja village has a total population of 2,711 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,339 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,828 literate and 883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,711 | 1,372 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 129 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,208 | 1,104 | 1,104 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,002 | 826 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 370 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Donja
Donja 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 Donja
Public transport in the Donja is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Donja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chikhli to Donja is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Donja is about 40 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 Donja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Donja
Where is Donja located?
Donja village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donja?
Donja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Donja?
The pincode of Donja is 396560.
What is the population of Donja?
Donja has a total population of 2,711, including 1,372 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Donja?
There are 616 households in Donja.
What is the literacy rate in Donja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donja is 67.43%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 61.69%.