Donwada
Donwada is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Donwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Donwada has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 545249. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.67 hectares. Nanded is nearest town to Donwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur 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 | 1,129 | 566 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 195 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 677 | 393 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 173 | 279 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Donwada village:
- The total population of Donwada village is around 1,129, including approximately 566 males and 563 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Donwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Donwada village has 382 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Donwada village is about 59.96%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 50.44%.
- There are around 228 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded 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 1,129, with 566 males and 563 females.
- How many households are there in Donwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Donwada village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Donwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Donwada is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 50.44%.