Donkataru - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Donkataru is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Paparmetla and around 167 km from Malkangiri .
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donkataru is 430699. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donkataru
According to the 2011 Census, Donkataru village had a total population of 50 people, including 23 males and 27 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.82%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Donkataru
Donkataru 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 Donkataru
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Donkataru is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Donkataru is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Donkataru
Where is Donkataru located?
Donkataru village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Donkataru?
The pincode of Donkataru is 764051.
What is the population of Donkataru?
Donkataru had a total population of 50, including 23 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Donkataru?
Donkataru had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donkataru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkataru was 12.82%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 0.00%.