Dona Skur - Lumshnong, East Jaintia Hills
Dona Skur is a village situated in the Lumshnong subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 66 km from Khliehriat and around 99 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dona Skur is 279491. The village falls under the 793210 pincode.
Dona Skur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dona Skur
As per Census 2011, Dona Skur village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 223 males and 204 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dona Skur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 199 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 74 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 149 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Dona Skur
Dona Skur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dona Skur
Dona Skur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Dona Skur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dona Skur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dona Skur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dona Skur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dona Skur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dona Skur
Where is Dona Skur located?
Dona Skur village is located in Lumshnong Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dona Skur?
The pincode of Dona Skur is 793210.
What is the population of Dona Skur?
Dona Skur has a total population of 427, including 223 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Dona Skur?
There are 76 households in Dona Skur.
What is the literacy rate in Dona Skur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dona Skur is 28.57%. Male literacy is 33.18% and female literacy is 23.53%.