Doodhiya Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Doodhiya is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Sada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doodhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doodhiya is 086268. The village covers a total geographical area of 2822 hectares and falls under the 345023 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Doodhiya 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 Doodhiya
As per Census 2011, Doodhiya village has a total population of 415 people, consisting of 224 males and 191 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doodhiya are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 224 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 127 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 97 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Doodhiya
Doodhiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hayatpura | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Jalora Sonpura | South | 4.07 km |
| Mobtasar | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Jaswantpura | North-East | 5.80 km |
| Naharkhansar | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Sardarsingh Ki Dhani | East | 6.16 km |
| Dalpatpura | North-West | 6.27 km |
| Teliwara | East | 7.98 km |
| Bhagwatipura | South-East | 8.53 km |
| Loona Khurd | West | 8.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doodhiya
Doodhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Odhaniya Chacha, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Doodhiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Doodhiya is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doodhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doodhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Doodhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doodhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Doodhiya
Where is Doodhiya located?
Doodhiya village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doodhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Doodhiya is Sada.
What is the pincode of Doodhiya?
The pincode of Doodhiya is 345023.
What is the population of Doodhiya?
Doodhiya has a total population of 415, including 224 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Doodhiya?
There are 69 households in Doodhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Doodhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doodhiya is 47.71%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 37.17%.