Doni - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Doni is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Dauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doni is 457753. The village covers a total geographical area of 1391.35 hectares and falls under the 471201 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Doni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doni
According to the 2011 Census, Doni village had a total population of 3,241 people, including 1,695 males and 1,546 females, living in 592 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.04%, with male literacy at 62.45% and female literacy at 38.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 538.
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 | 3,241 | 1,695 | 1,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 241 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 281 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 908 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,822 | 787 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Doni
Doni 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 Doni
Doni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nowgong to Doni is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Doni is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doni 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 Doni
Where is Doni located?
Doni village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doni?
The Gram Panchayat of Doni is Dauni.
What is the pincode of Doni?
The pincode of Doni is 471201.
What is the population of Doni?
Doni had a total population of 3,241, including 1,695 males and 1,546 females.
How many households are there in Doni?
Doni had 592 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doni was 51.04%. Male literacy was 62.45% and female literacy was 38.54%.