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.

Donkwala has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Donkwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Donkwala village:

  • The total population of Donkwala village is around 111, including approximately 65 males and 46 females, with a sex ratio of 707 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Donkwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Donkwala village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Donkwala village is about 69.37%, with male literacy at 72.31% and female literacy at 65.22%.
  • There are around 24 households in Donkwala village.

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.

Sahas Pur Dhakimay Chak Ghamauli Khushal Pur Ambiwala Keshowala Polio Nathuwala East Hopetown Malhangrant Karbari Grant Choharpur Range

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%.