Duna - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Duna is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 37.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ulkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duna is 316740. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.8 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Duna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Duna
As per Census 2011, Duna village has a total population of 3,097 people, consisting of 1,621 males and 1,476 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,982 literate and 1,115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,097 | 1,621 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 181 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 194 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,982 | 1,147 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 474 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Duna
Duna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahaduripa | South-East | 0.74 km |
| Dakshin Maligram | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Purbba Sibrambati | North | 1.09 km |
| Ulkunda | West | 1.31 km |
| Jhalka | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Dakshin Bhagabatipur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Ghanashyampur | East | 1.66 km |
| Panch Gonutia | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Kumarpur | North | 2.51 km |
| Majiara | East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Duna
Duna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bataspur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Duna is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Duna is about 37.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Duna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Duna
Where is Duna located?
Duna village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duna?
The Gram Panchayat of Duna is Ulkunda.
What is the pincode of Duna?
The pincode of Duna is 731213.
What is the population of Duna?
Duna has a total population of 3,097, including 1,621 males and 1,476 females.
How many households are there in Duna?
There are 705 households in Duna.
What is the literacy rate in Duna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duna is 64.00%. Male literacy is 70.76% and female literacy is 56.57%.