Donkhar - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Donkhar is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Ghevarpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donkhar is 186660. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.8 hectares and falls under the 273403 pincode.
Donkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Donkhar
As per Census 2011, Donkhar village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 706 males and 705 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donkhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 706 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 108 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 259 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 501 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 205 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Donkhar
Donkhar 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 Donkhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Donkhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Donkhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Donkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donkhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donkhar
Where is Donkhar located?
Donkhar village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Donkhar is Ghevarpar.
What is the pincode of Donkhar?
The pincode of Donkhar is 273403.
What is the population of Donkhar?
Donkhar has a total population of 1,411, including 706 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Donkhar?
There are 231 households in Donkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Donkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkhar is 62.58%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 54.18%.