Doshalighuna - Chotila, Surendranagar
Doshalighuna is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Doshalighuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doshalighuna is 512360. The village covers a total geographical area of 924.28 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Doshalighuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doshalighuna
As per Census 2011, Doshalighuna village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 197 males and 185 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doshalighuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 197 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 121 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 76 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Doshalighuna
Doshalighuna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Doshalighuna
Doshalighuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajkot to Doshalighuna is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Doshalighuna is about 85 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 Doshalighuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doshalighuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doshalighuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doshalighuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doshalighuna
Where is Doshalighuna located?
Doshalighuna village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doshalighuna?
Doshalighuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doshalighuna?
The pincode of Doshalighuna is 363520.
What is the population of Doshalighuna?
Doshalighuna has a total population of 382, including 197 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Doshalighuna?
There are 70 households in Doshalighuna.
What is the literacy rate in Doshalighuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doshalighuna is 54.45%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 47.03%.