Douna - Sathnala, Adilabad
Douna is a village situated in the Sathnala mandal of Adilabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Bela and around 38 km from Adilabad. Douna village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Douna is 569112. The village covers a total geographical area of 1290 hectares and falls under the 504309 pincode. Adilabad is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Douna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Douna
According to the 2011 Census, Douna village had a total population of 594 people, including 311 males and 283 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.98%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 34.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 574.
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 | 594 | 311 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 574 | 299 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 176 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 135 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Douna
Douna 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 Douna
Douna 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adilabad to Douna is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Douna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Douna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Douna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Douna 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Douna
Where is Douna located?
Douna village is located in Sathnala Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Douna?
Douna is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Douna?
The pincode of Douna is 504309.
What is the population of Douna?
Douna had a total population of 594, including 311 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Douna?
Douna had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Douna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Douna was 51.98%. Male literacy was 68.22% and female literacy was 34.96%.