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
As per Census 2011, Dooka village has a total population of 3,670 people, consisting of 1,853 males and 1,817 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dooka are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,670, including 1,853 males and 1,817 females.
How many households are there in Dooka?
There are 821 households in Dooka.
What is the literacy rate in Dooka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dooka is 49.65%. Male literacy is 63.19% and female literacy is 35.83%.