Doun
Doun is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Doun village is also a gram panchayat.
Doun has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Doun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Doun is 490627. The village spans a total geographical area of 568.69 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Doun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Doun village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Doun
Population of Doun
Below is a concise population overview of Doun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 435 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 234 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 306 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 129 | 179 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Doun village:
- The total population of Doun village is around 868, including approximately 435 males and 433 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Doun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Doun village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 478 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Doun village is about 64.52%, with male literacy at 70.34% and female literacy at 58.66%.
- There are around 226 households in Doun village.
Connectivity of Doun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Doun. As per the 2011 stats, Doun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Doun
Knowing the nearby villages of Doun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Doun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Doun
- Where is Doun located?
- Doun village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Doun?
- Doun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Doun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Doun is 868, with 435 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Doun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Doun village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Doun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Doun is 64.52%. The male literacy rate is 70.34%, while the female literacy rate is 58.66%.