Donavali
Donavali is a village located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Donavali village is also a gram panchayat.
Donavali has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Donavali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Donavali is 565190. The village spans a total geographical area of 637 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415628. Chiplun is nearest town to Donavali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Donavali 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Donavali
Population of Donavali
Below is a concise population overview of Donavali 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 | 1,231 | 518 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 953 | 443 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 75 | 203 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Donavali village:
- The total population of Donavali village is around 1,231, including approximately 518 males and 713 females, with a sex ratio of 1376 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Donavali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Donavali village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Donavali village is about 77.42%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 71.53%.
- There are around 338 households in Donavali village.
Connectivity of Donavali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Donavali. As per the 2011 stats, Donavali 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Donavali
Knowing the nearby villages of Donavali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Donavali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Donavali
- Where is Donavali located?
- Donavali village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Donavali?
- Donavali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Donavali?
- The pincode of Donavali is 415628, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Donavali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Donavali is 1,231, with 518 males and 713 females.
- How many households are there in Donavali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Donavali village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Donavali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Donavali is 77.42%. The male literacy rate is 85.52%, while the female literacy rate is 71.53%.