Doothwa - Chitalwana, Jalore
Doothwa is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 48 km from Sanchore and around 202 km from Jalor. Doothawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doothwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doothwa is 089506. The village covers a total geographical area of 3052.75 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Doothwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doothwa
As per Census 2011, Doothwa village has a total population of 2,603 people, consisting of 1,364 males and 1,239 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 1,720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 995 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doothwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,603 | 1,364 | 1,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 293 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 995 | 514 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 122 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 641 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,720 | 723 | 997 |
Nearby Villages of Doothwa
Doothwa 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 Doothwa
Public transport in the Doothwa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Doothwa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Doothwa is about 202 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doothwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doothwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doothwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doothwa 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 Doothwa
Where is Doothwa located?
Doothwa village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doothwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Doothwa is Doothawa.
What is the pincode of Doothwa?
The pincode of Doothwa is 343041.
What is the population of Doothwa?
Doothwa has a total population of 2,603, including 1,364 males and 1,239 females.
How many households are there in Doothwa?
There are 474 households in Doothwa.
What is the literacy rate in Doothwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doothwa is 33.92%. Male literacy is 46.99% and female literacy is 19.53%.