Donaj - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Donaj is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Donaj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donaj is 562646. The village covers a total geographical area of 1962.57 hectares and falls under the 413319 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Donaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donaj
As per Census 2011, Donaj village has a total population of 2,953 people, consisting of 1,555 males and 1,398 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,760 literate and 1,193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donaj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,953 | 1,555 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 198 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 194 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 137 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 1,760 | 1,098 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,193 | 457 | 736 |
Nearby Villages of Donaj
Donaj is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamantanda | South | 3.48 km |
| Dasur | East | 3.97 km |
| Bhalewadi | West | 4.35 km |
| Borale | North | 4.71 km |
| Maravade | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Umraj | South-East | 6.16 km |
| Diksal | South-West | 6.24 km |
| Kagasht | South | 6.64 km |
| Mundhewadi | North | 6.73 km |
| Rahatewadi | North | 7.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donaj
Donaj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| 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 Mangalvedhe to Donaj is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Donaj is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donaj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donaj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Donaj
Where is Donaj located?
Donaj village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donaj?
Donaj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Donaj?
The pincode of Donaj is 413319.
What is the population of Donaj?
Donaj has a total population of 2,953, including 1,555 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Donaj?
There are 639 households in Donaj.
What is the literacy rate in Donaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donaj is 59.60%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 47.35%.