Doodhu - Dhorimanna, Balotra
Doodhu is a village situated in the Dhorimanna tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from Gudha Malani and around 70 km from Barmer. Doodhu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doodhu is 087709. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 344704 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Doodhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doodhu
According to the 2011 Census, Doodhu village had a total population of 338 people, including 182 males and 156 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.78%, with male literacy at 61.59% and female literacy at 38.14%.
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 | 338 | 182 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 85 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 97 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Doodhu
Doodhu 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 Doodhu
Doodhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Doodhu is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doodhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doodhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Doodhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doodhu 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 Doodhu
Where is Doodhu located?
Doodhu village is located in Dhorimanna Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doodhu?
Doodhu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doodhu?
The pincode of Doodhu is 344704.
What is the population of Doodhu?
Doodhu had a total population of 338, including 182 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Doodhu?
Doodhu had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doodhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doodhu was 50.78%. Male literacy was 61.59% and female literacy was 38.14%.