Daudunga - Tonto, West Singhbhum
Daudunga is a village situated in the Tonto subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Tonto and around 25 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum. Kenjra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daudunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daudunga is 377939. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Daudunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daudunga
According to the 2011 Census, Daudunga village had a total population of 907 people, including 469 males and 438 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.47%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 56.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 627.
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 | 907 | 469 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 327 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 300 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 169 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Daudunga
Daudunga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Jhikpani | South-East | 1.85 km |
| San Jhikpani | South | 1.92 km |
| Durula | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Salikuti | West | 2.81 km |
| Durirta | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Padampur | South | 3.45 km |
| Baralisia | East | 3.54 km |
| Hesasurniya | North | 3.99 km |
| Kenjra | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Hesabera | South-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daudunga
Public transport in the Daudunga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talaburu, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pashchimi Singhbhum to Daudunga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daudunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daudunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daudunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daudunga 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 Daudunga
Where is Daudunga located?
Daudunga village is located in Tonto Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daudunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Daudunga is Kenjra.
What is the pincode of Daudunga?
The pincode of Daudunga is 833204.
What is the population of Daudunga?
Daudunga had a total population of 907, including 469 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Daudunga?
Daudunga had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daudunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daudunga was 67.47%. Male literacy was 78.13% and female literacy was 56.20%.