Donwada - Pansemal, Barwani
Donwada is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dondwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donwada is 478449. The village covers a total geographical area of 946.25 hectares and falls under the 451881 pincode. Pansemal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Donwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donwada
As per Census 2011, Donwada village has a total population of 3,153 people, consisting of 1,512 males and 1,641 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,865 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 978 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,153 | 1,512 | 1,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 216 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 978 | 409 | 569 |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 1,007 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 505 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Donwada
Donwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matrala | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Oswada | West | 2.65 km |
| Chichlya | East | 2.72 km |
| Harnya | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Moyda | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Padlya | East | 3.51 km |
| Sakrali Khurd | North | 3.72 km |
| Sakrali Buzurg | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Chikhlada | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Malkatar | South-East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donwada
Donwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 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 Pansemal to Donwada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Donwada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Donwada
Where is Donwada located?
Donwada village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Donwada is Dondwada.
What is the pincode of Donwada?
The pincode of Donwada is 451881.
What is the population of Donwada?
Donwada has a total population of 3,153, including 1,512 males and 1,641 females.
How many households are there in Donwada?
There are 606 households in Donwada.
What is the literacy rate in Donwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donwada is 59.15%. Male literacy is 66.60% and female literacy is 52.29%.