Dokwa
Dokwa is a village located in Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Rajgarh (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Churu. As per 2009 stats, Dokwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dokwa unique in its vibrant Rajgarh-Churu region. You’ll see Dokwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dokwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dokwa is 070188. The village spans a total geographical area of 1850.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 331023. Rajgarh is nearest town to Dokwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dokwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Taranagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Churu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dokwa
Population of Dokwa
According to the 2011 Census, Dokwa has a total population of about 2,583, with approximately 1,356 males and 1,227 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 377 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 467 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.68%, with male literacy at about 68.29% and female literacy near 43.85%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dokwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583 | 1,356 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 213 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 243 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,464 | 926 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 430 | 689 |
Connectivity of Dokwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dokwa. As per the 2011 stats, Dokwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dokwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Dokwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dokwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dokwa
- Where is Dokwa located?
- Dokwa village is situated in Rajgarh Tehsil, within the Churu district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dokwa?
- Dokwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dokwa?
- The pincode of Dokwa is 331023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dokwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dokwa is 2,583, with 1,356 males and 1,227 females.
- How many households are there in Dokwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dokwa village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dokwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dokwa is 56.68%. The male literacy rate is 68.29%, while the female literacy rate is 43.85%.