Donur - Basavana Bagevadi, Vijayapura
Donur is a village situated in the Basavana Bagevadi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Basavana Bagevadi and around 32 km from Bijapur. Donur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donur is 599502. The village covers a total geographical area of 2295 hectares and falls under the 586203 pincode. Basavana Bagevadi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Donur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavana Bagevadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donur
As per Census 2011, Donur village has a total population of 2,761 people, consisting of 1,416 males and 1,345 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,505 literate and 1,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 536 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,761 | 1,416 | 1,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 202 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 289 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,505 | 918 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 498 | 758 |
Nearby Villages of Donur
Donur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisanal | East | 3.63 km |
| Mullal | North | 4.20 km |
| Neginal | North | 4.58 km |
| Masabinal | South | 5.38 km |
| Yambatnal | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Krishnapur | South-East | 6.23 km |
| Bommanahalli | North-East | 6.34 km |
| Ukkali | West | 6.59 km |
| Deginal | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Rabinal | East | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donur
Donur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgurki Halt, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basavana Bagevadi to Donur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Donur is about 32 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 Donur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donur
Where is Donur located?
Donur village is located in Basavana Bagevadi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donur?
Donur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Donur?
The pincode of Donur is 586203.
What is the population of Donur?
Donur has a total population of 2,761, including 1,416 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Donur?
There are 520 households in Donur.
What is the literacy rate in Donur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donur is 54.51%. Male literacy is 64.83% and female literacy is 43.64%.