Donagar - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Donagar is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Idgundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donagar is 602913. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.99 hectares and falls under the 581337 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Donagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donagar
As per Census 2011, Donagar village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 195 males and 171 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 195 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 177 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Donagar
Donagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gharwas | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Hamsana Gadde | West | 2.16 km |
| Gopadmane | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Hutakmane | North | 2.50 km |
| Idagundi | South | 2.95 km |
| Jogadamane | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Shigepal | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Tatagar | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Hastakaragadde | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Lingadabailu | West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donagar
Public transport in the Donagar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ankola, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellapur to Donagar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Donagar is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Donagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donagar
Where is Donagar located?
Donagar village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Donagar is Idgundi.
What is the pincode of Donagar?
The pincode of Donagar is 581337.
What is the population of Donagar?
Donagar has a total population of 366, including 195 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Donagar?
There are 74 households in Donagar.
What is the literacy rate in Donagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donagar is 86.61%. Male literacy is 90.77% and female literacy is 81.87%.