Donga Pakhan - Kalahandi
Donga Pakhan is a village situated in the Kalahandi tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Kegaon and around 45 km from Bhawanipatna. Gurjung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donga Pakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donga Pakhan is 423590. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 766036 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Donga Pakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donga Pakhan
As per Census 2011, Donga Pakhan village has a total population of 636 people, consisting of 301 males and 335 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donga Pakhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 301 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 153 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 148 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Donga Pakhan
Donga Pakhan 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 Donga Pakhan
Donga Pakhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Donga Pakhan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Donga Pakhan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donga Pakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donga Pakhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Donga Pakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donga Pakhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Donga Pakhan
Where is Donga Pakhan located?
Donga Pakhan village is located in Kalahandi Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donga Pakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Donga Pakhan is Gurjung.
What is the pincode of Donga Pakhan?
The pincode of Donga Pakhan is 766036.
What is the population of Donga Pakhan?
Donga Pakhan has a total population of 636, including 301 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Donga Pakhan?
There are 152 households in Donga Pakhan.
What is the literacy rate in Donga Pakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donga Pakhan is 42.92%. Male literacy is 50.83% and female literacy is 35.82%.