Donru - Darlaghat, Solan
Donru is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Navgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donru is 020363. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Donru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donru
According to the 2011 Census, Donru village had a total population of 153 people, including 74 males and 79 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.44%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 81.16%.
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 | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Donru
Donru 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 Donru
Public transport in the Donru is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Donru is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donru 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Donru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donru 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Donru
Where is Donru located?
Donru village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donru?
The Gram Panchayat of Donru is Navgaon.
What is the pincode of Donru?
The pincode of Donru is 171102.
What is the population of Donru?
Donru had a total population of 153, including 74 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Donru?
Donru had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donru was 84.44%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 81.16%.