Douni
Douni is a village located in Taldangra subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.1km away from sub-district headquarter Taldangra. Bankura is the district headquarter of Douni village. As per 2009 stats, Satmouli is the gram panchayat of Douni village.
Douni has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Douni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Douni is 328718. The village spans a total geographical area of 695.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722149. Bishnupur is nearest town to Douni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Douni village comes under Bishnupur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Douni
Below is a concise population overview of Douni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 644 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 209 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 456 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 188 | 289 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Douni village:
- The total population of Douni village is around 1,297, including approximately 644 males and 653 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Douni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Douni village has 90 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 425 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Douni village is about 63.22%, with male literacy at 70.81% and female literacy at 55.74%.
- There are around 260 households in Douni village.
Connectivity of Douni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Douni. As per the 2011 stats, Douni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Douni
Knowing the nearby villages of Douni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Douni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Douni
- Where is Douni located?
- Douni village is situated in Taldangra Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Douni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Douni is Satmouli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Douni?
- The pincode of Douni is 722149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Douni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Douni is 1,297, with 644 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Douni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Douni village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Douni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Douni is 63.22%. The male literacy rate is 70.81%, while the female literacy rate is 55.74%.