Dona - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dona is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Mitthumahua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dona is 502043. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.99 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dona 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 Dona
As per Census 2011, Dona village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 332 males and 319 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 332 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 302 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 187 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 145 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Dona
Dona 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 Dona
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Dona is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Dona is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dona 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dona 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dona
Where is Dona located?
Dona village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dona is Mitthumahua.
What is the pincode of Dona?
The pincode of Dona is 484887.
What is the population of Dona?
Dona has a total population of 651, including 332 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Dona?
There are 136 households in Dona.
What is the literacy rate in Dona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dona is 48.39%. Male literacy is 56.33% and female literacy is 40.13%.