Dedawas Jageer - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Dedawas Jageer is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from Gudha Malani and around 122 km from Barmer. Dedawas Jageer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedawas Jageer is 088150. The village covers a total geographical area of 1755 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Dedawas Jageer 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 Dedawas Jageer
As per Census 2011, Dedawas Jageer village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 629 males and 613 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedawas Jageer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 629 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 369 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 260 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Dedawas Jageer
Dedawas Jageer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dedawas Charnan | South | 1.78 km |
| Songaron Ki Dhani | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Dedawas Ka Goliya | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Loonwa Charnan | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Modawas | North | 4.46 km |
| Dhandhlawas | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Jaswant Nagar | South | 4.82 km |
| Naya Nagar | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Maghani Maghwalon Ki Dhani | South | 4.99 km |
| Kandhi Ki Dhani | West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dedawas Jageer
Dedawas Jageer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Bhinmal, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Dedawas Jageer is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Dedawas Jageer is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedawas Jageer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedawas Jageer 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dedawas Jageer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedawas Jageer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dedawas Jageer
Where is Dedawas Jageer located?
Dedawas Jageer village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedawas Jageer?
Dedawas Jageer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedawas Jageer?
The pincode of Dedawas Jageer is 344031.
What is the population of Dedawas Jageer?
Dedawas Jageer has a total population of 1,242, including 629 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Dedawas Jageer?
There are 217 households in Dedawas Jageer.
What is the literacy rate in Dedawas Jageer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedawas Jageer is 45.81%. Male literacy is 58.66% and female literacy is 32.63%.