Dona - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Dona is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Falta and around 35.8 km from Alipore. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dona is 334236. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.07 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dona
As per Census 2011, Dona village has a total population of 2,877 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,373 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,010 literate and 867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,877 | 1,504 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 164 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 424 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 2,010 | 1,147 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 357 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Dona
Dona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | West | 1.48 km |
| Nityanandapur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Paschhim Gopalpur | North | 1.50 km |
| Jagannathpur | South | 1.54 km |
| Taragadi | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Belsingha | South | 1.78 km |
| Kalagachhia | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Ishwaripur | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kalsa | East | 2.23 km |
| Sujagalpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dona
Dona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gurudas Nagar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Dona is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dona is about 35.8 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 Dona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dona 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dona
Where is Dona located?
Dona village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dona is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Dona?
The pincode of Dona is 743504.
What is the population of Dona?
Dona has a total population of 2,877, including 1,504 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Dona?
There are 658 households in Dona.
What is the literacy rate in Dona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dona is 69.86%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 62.86%.