Donda - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Donda is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Basgar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donda is 056113. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.52 hectares and falls under the 263151 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Donda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donda
As per Census 2011, Donda village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 446 males and 393 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 416 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 446 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 279 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 167 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Donda
Donda 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 Donda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Donda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Donda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Donda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Donda 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 Donda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Donda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donda
Where is Donda located?
Donda village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donda?
The Gram Panchayat of Donda is Basgar.
What is the pincode of Donda?
The pincode of Donda is 263151.
What is the population of Donda?
Donda has a total population of 839, including 446 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Donda?
There are 186 households in Donda.
What is the literacy rate in Donda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donda is 50.42%. Male literacy is 62.56% and female literacy is 36.64%.