Daukiyon Ki Basti - Chohtan, Barmer
Daukiyon Ki Basti is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Bijrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daukiyon Ki Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daukiyon Ki Basti is 088775. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.13 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Daukiyon Ki Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daukiyon Ki Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Daukiyon Ki Basti village had a total population of 328 people, including 167 males and 161 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.87%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 46.56%.
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 | 328 | 167 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 98 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 69 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Daukiyon Ki Basti
Daukiyon Ki Basti 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 Daukiyon Ki Basti
Public transport in the Daukiyon Ki Basti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Daukiyon Ki Basti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Daukiyon Ki Basti is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daukiyon Ki Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daukiyon Ki Basti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daukiyon Ki Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daukiyon Ki Basti 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 Daukiyon Ki Basti
Where is Daukiyon Ki Basti located?
Daukiyon Ki Basti village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daukiyon Ki Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Daukiyon Ki Basti is Bijrad.
What is the pincode of Daukiyon Ki Basti?
The pincode of Daukiyon Ki Basti is 344702.
What is the population of Daukiyon Ki Basti?
Daukiyon Ki Basti had a total population of 328, including 167 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Daukiyon Ki Basti?
Daukiyon Ki Basti had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daukiyon Ki Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daukiyon Ki Basti was 61.87%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 46.56%.