Donkwala

Donkwala is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Palio Nathuwala is the gram panchayat of Donkwala village.

Here you can discover what makes Donkwala unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Donkwala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Donkwala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Donkwala is 045099. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248007. Dehradun is nearest town to Donkwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Donkwala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Donkwala

According to the 2011 Census, Donkwala has a total population of about 111, with approximately 65 males and 46 females. The sex ratio is around 707 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.37%, with male literacy at about 72.31% and female literacy near 65.22%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Donkwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 111 65 46
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 8 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 14 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 77 47 30
Illiterate Population 34 18 16

Connectivity of Donkwala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Donkwala. As per the 2011 stats, Donkwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Donkwala

Knowing the nearby villages of Donkwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Donkwala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Donkwala

Where is Donkwala located?
Donkwala village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donkwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Donkwala is Palio Nathuwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Donkwala?
The pincode of Donkwala is 248007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Donkwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Donkwala is 111, with 65 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Donkwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Donkwala village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donkwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Donkwala is 69.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.31%, while the female literacy rate is 65.22%.