Popatli - Simalwara, Dungarpur
Popatli is a village situated in the Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simalwara and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dungarpur. Bodamali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Popatli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Popatli is 098295. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 314403 pincode. Sagwara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Popatli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Popatli
As per Census 2011, Popatli village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 616 males and 598 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Popatli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 616 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,205 | 611 | 594 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 263 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 353 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Popatli
Popatli 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 Popatli
Public transport in the Popatli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sagwara to Popatli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dungarpur to Popatli is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Popatli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Popatli 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 Popatli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Popatli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Popatli
Where is Popatli located?
Popatli village is located in Simalwara Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Popatli?
The Gram Panchayat of Popatli is Bodamali.
What is the pincode of Popatli?
The pincode of Popatli is 314403.
What is the population of Popatli?
Popatli has a total population of 1,214, including 616 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Popatli?
There are 228 households in Popatli.
What is the literacy rate in Popatli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Popatli is 33.86%. Male literacy is 42.69% and female literacy is 24.75%.