Donwada
Donwada is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Donwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Donwada has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 Donwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Donwada is 546339. The village spans a total geographical area of 1013 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Donwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Donwada 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Donwada
Population of Donwada
Below is a concise population overview of Donwada 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 | 1,750 | 901 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 173 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 271 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 702 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 199 | 311 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Donwada village:
- The total population of Donwada village is around 1,750, including approximately 901 males and 849 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 236 children aged 0–6 years in Donwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Donwada village has 329 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 537 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Donwada village is about 70.86%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 63.37%.
- There are around 322 households in Donwada village.
Connectivity of Donwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Donwada. As per the 2011 stats, Donwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Donwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Donwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Donwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Donwada
- Where is Donwada located?
- Donwada village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Donwada?
- Donwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Donwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Donwada is 1,750, with 901 males and 849 females.
- How many households are there in Donwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Donwada village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Donwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Donwada is 70.86%. The male literacy rate is 77.91%, while the female literacy rate is 63.37%.