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.

Dona has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 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.

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Population of Dona

Below is a concise population overview of Dona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dona village:

  • The total population of Dona village is around 2,877, including approximately 1,504 males and 1,373 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 311 children aged 0–6 years in Dona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dona village has 808 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dona village is about 69.86%, with male literacy at 76.26% and female literacy at 62.86%.
  • There are around 658 households in Dona village.

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.

Sahapur Kamalpur Swet Kalla Taragadi Budhagram Banki Rasulpur Mahirampur Narayan Bere Mallikpur Kalagachhia Pakur Digra

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%.