Dauniya - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dauniya is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Doniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dauniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauniya is 502271. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.23 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dauniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dauniya
According to the 2011 Census, Dauniya village had a total population of 1,011 people, including 495 males and 516 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.61%, with male literacy at 64.01% and female literacy at 39.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 421.
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 | 1,011 | 495 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 81 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 203 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 265 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 230 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Dauniya
Dauniya 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 Dauniya
Dauniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Anuppur to Dauniya is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dauniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauniya 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 Dauniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauniya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dauniya
Where is Dauniya located?
Dauniya village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dauniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dauniya is Doniya.
What is the pincode of Dauniya?
The pincode of Dauniya is 484887.
What is the population of Dauniya?
Dauniya had a total population of 1,011, including 495 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Dauniya?
Dauniya had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dauniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauniya was 51.61%. Male literacy was 64.01% and female literacy was 39.53%.