Dombana - Narpatganj, Araria
Dombana is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Babuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dombana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dombana is 221485. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dombana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dombana
According to the 2011 Census, Dombana village had a total population of 1,779 people, including 908 males and 871 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.82%, with male literacy at 77.43% and female literacy at 55.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,779 | 908 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 137 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 308 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 597 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 311 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Dombana
Dombana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jitwarpur | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Basmatiya | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Jagir Arazi Kaskapur | West | 3.00 km |
| Maheshpatti | South | 3.38 km |
| Jhirwa | West | 3.82 km |
| Shankarpur | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Parmanandpur | West | 3.96 km |
| Koskapur | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Ghauspurpatti | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Ranipatti | West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dombana
Dombana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Forbesganj to Dombana is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Dombana is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dombana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dombana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dombana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dombana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dombana
Where is Dombana located?
Dombana village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dombana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dombana is Babuan.
What is the pincode of Dombana?
The pincode of Dombana is 854335.
What is the population of Dombana?
Dombana had a total population of 1,779, including 908 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Dombana?
Dombana had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dombana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dombana was 66.82%. Male literacy was 77.43% and female literacy was 55.34%.