Doma - Chimur, Chandrapur
Doma is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Doma village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doma is 540482. The village covers a total geographical area of 1472.95 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Doma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doma
According to the 2011 Census, Doma village had a total population of 2,298 people, including 1,153 males and 1,145 females, living in 563 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.24%, with male literacy at 74.88% and female literacy at 65.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 704, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 2,298 | 1,153 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 126 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 348 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 439 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 769 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 384 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Doma
Doma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadala Rith | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Waghalpeth Rith | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Mahar Majara (rith) | South | 2.97 km |
| Chak Jatepur | North | 3.15 km |
| Mangalfusi Rith | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Kawadsi Dak | West | 3.76 km |
| Sawali Rith | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Jatepar Rith | North | 4.36 km |
| Madnagad Rith | South | 4.42 km |
| Metepar | West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doma
Doma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tempa, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Doma is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Doma is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doma
Where is Doma located?
Doma village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Doma?
Doma is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doma?
The pincode of Doma is 442903.
What is the population of Doma?
Doma had a total population of 2,298, including 1,153 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Doma?
Doma had 563 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doma was 70.24%. Male literacy was 74.88% and female literacy was 65.68%.