Dooka - Simalwara, Dungarpur
Dooka is a village situated in the Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simalwara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dungarpur. Dunka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dooka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dooka is 098332. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.34 hectares and falls under the 314406 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dooka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dooka
According to the 2011 Census, Dooka village had a total population of 3,670 people, including 1,853 males and 1,817 females, living in 821 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.18%, with male literacy at 74.63% and female literacy at 43.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,127.
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 | 3,670 | 1,853 | 1,817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 284 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 197 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,127 | 1,578 | 1,549 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,171 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,848 | 682 | 1,166 |
Nearby Villages of Dooka
Dooka 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 Dooka
Dooka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dungarpur to Dooka is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dooka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dooka 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 Dooka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dooka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dooka
Where is Dooka located?
Dooka village is located in Simalwara Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dooka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dooka is Dunka.
What is the pincode of Dooka?
The pincode of Dooka is 314406.
What is the population of Dooka?
Dooka had a total population of 3,670, including 1,853 males and 1,817 females.
How many households are there in Dooka?
Dooka had 821 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dooka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dooka was 59.18%. Male literacy was 74.63% and female literacy was 43.11%.