Koduka - Patodi, Balotra
Koduka is a village situated in the Patodi tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from Pachpadra and around 117 km from Barmer. Bhakarsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koduka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koduka is 087358. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.81 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Koduka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koduka
According to the 2011 Census, Koduka village had a total population of 1,046 people, including 546 males and 500 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.96%, with male literacy at 68.04% and female literacy at 39.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 1,046 | 546 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 108 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 298 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 248 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Koduka
Koduka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhakharsar | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Mediwasan | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Reenchholi | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Ikadani | South | 3.13 km |
| Rewara Nayapura | East | 4.04 km |
| Karnisar | West | 4.78 km |
| Rewara Maiya | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Patodi | North | 5.16 km |
| Rewara Sodha | South-East | 5.69 km |
| Rajpura | East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koduka
Koduka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balotra Jn, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Koduka is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Koduka is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koduka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koduka 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koduka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koduka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koduka
Where is Koduka located?
Koduka village is located in Patodi Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koduka?
The Gram Panchayat of Koduka is Bhakarsar.
What is the pincode of Koduka?
The pincode of Koduka is 344032.
What is the population of Koduka?
Koduka had a total population of 1,046, including 546 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Koduka?
Koduka had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koduka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koduka was 54.96%. Male literacy was 68.04% and female literacy was 39.84%.