Didhoo Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Didhoo is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ajasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didhoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didhoo is 086251. The village covers a total geographical area of 13020 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Didhoo 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 Didhoo
As per Census 2011, Didhoo village has a total population of 1,730 people, consisting of 945 males and 785 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 1,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Didhoo are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,730 | 945 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 186 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 345 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 494 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 451 | 686 |
Nearby Villages of Didhoo
Didhoo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajasar | South | 7.12 km |
| Tota | South-East | 8.08 km |
| Askandra | North-East | 9.92 km |
| Chandsar | South | 11.88 km |
| Meerapura | North-West | 13.13 km |
| Bardena | South | 15.01 km |
| Tadana | West | 16.53 km |
| Eta | South | 16.65 km |
| Chhayan-ii | South-East | 16.99 km |
| Keroo | South-West | 17.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didhoo
Didhoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Bhadriya Lathi, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Didhoo is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Didhoo is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didhoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didhoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didhoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didhoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Didhoo
Where is Didhoo located?
Didhoo village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didhoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Didhoo is Ajasar.
What is the pincode of Didhoo?
The pincode of Didhoo is 345028.
What is the population of Didhoo?
Didhoo has a total population of 1,730, including 945 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Didhoo?
There are 263 households in Didhoo.
What is the literacy rate in Didhoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didhoo is 34.28%. Male literacy is 52.28% and female literacy is 12.61%.