Donad - Ner, Yavatmal
Donad is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Donad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donad is 541955. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Donad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Donad
According to the 2011 Census, Donad village had a total population of 526 people, including 269 males and 257 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.46%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 84.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 526 | 269 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 225 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 44 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Donad
Donad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramgaon | North | 1.93 km |
| Wadgaon Range | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Khalana | East | 2.85 km |
| Kharadgaon | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Kanhergaon | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Manbha | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Wadhona Ramnath | North | 4.81 km |
| Nimbha Jahangir | West | 4.93 km |
| Yawardi | West | 5.35 km |
| Parjana | South-East | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donad
Donad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Karanja to Donad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Donad is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Donad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Donad
Where is Donad located?
Donad village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Donad?
Donad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Donad?
The pincode of Donad is 445102.
What is the population of Donad?
Donad had a total population of 526, including 269 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Donad?
Donad had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donad was 90.46%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 84.96%.