Doongre Ki Dhani Village - Bhaniyana, Jaisalmer
Doongre Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Bhaniyana tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 44 km from Pokaran and around 154 km from Jaisalmer. Bhaniyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doongre Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doongre Ki Dhani is 086404. The village covers a total geographical area of 2280 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Doongre Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doongre Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Doongre Ki Dhani village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 518 males and 450 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doongre Ki Dhani are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 518 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 111 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 295 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 223 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Doongre Ki Dhani
Doongre Ki Dhani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpura | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Shakti Fauzdarsar | South | 2.84 km |
| Meghrikhsar | South | 3.63 km |
| Chitrori | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Khejarli | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Uchpadra | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Kheenwsar | South | 5.99 km |
| Prahladsar | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Baloosingh Ki Dhani | North | 6.21 km |
| Bhaniyana | West | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doongre Ki Dhani
Doongre Ki Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Doongre Ki Dhani is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Doongre Ki Dhani is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doongre Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doongre Ki Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doongre Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doongre Ki Dhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Doongre Ki Dhani
Where is Doongre Ki Dhani located?
Doongre Ki Dhani village is located in Bhaniyana Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doongre Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Doongre Ki Dhani is Bhaniyana.
What is the pincode of Doongre Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Doongre Ki Dhani is 345024.
What is the population of Doongre Ki Dhani?
Doongre Ki Dhani has a total population of 968, including 518 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Doongre Ki Dhani?
There are 183 households in Doongre Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Doongre Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doongre Ki Dhani is 47.52%. Male literacy is 56.95% and female literacy is 36.67%.