Don - Songadh, Tapi
Don is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Chimkuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Don village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Don is 524637. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.93 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Don
According to the 2011 Census, Don village had a total population of 678 people, including 335 males and 343 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.91%, with male literacy at 76.07% and female literacy at 55.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 678.
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 | 678 | 335 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 335 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 232 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 103 | 169 |
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
Public transport in the Don is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Don.
| 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 Songadh to Don is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Don is about 30 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
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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Don
Where is Don located?
Don village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Don?
The Gram Panchayat of Don is Chimkuva.
What is the pincode of Don?
The pincode of Don is 394670.
What is the population of Don?
Don had a total population of 678, including 335 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Don?
Don had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Don?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don was 65.91%. Male literacy was 76.07% and female literacy was 55.95%.