Dona
Dona is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 35.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Dona village.
Here you can discover what makes Dona unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dona is 334236. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Dona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dona
Population of Dona
According to the 2011 Census, Dona has a total population of about 2,877, with approximately 1,504 males and 1,373 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 311 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 808 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.86%, with male literacy at about 76.26% and female literacy near 62.86%. There are around 658 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,010 | 1,147 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 357 | 510 |
Connectivity of Dona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dona. As per the 2011 stats, Dona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dona
Knowing the nearby villages of Dona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dona
- Where is Dona located?
- Dona village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dona is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dona?
- The pincode of Dona is 743504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dona is 2,877, with 1,504 males and 1,373 females.
- How many households are there in Dona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dona village has a total of 658 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dona is 69.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.26%, while the female literacy rate is 62.86%.