Doongar Gaon - Aklera, Jhalawar
Doongar Gaon is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Kohari Jhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doongar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doongar Gaon is 104591. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.84 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Doongar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doongar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Doongar Gaon village had a total population of 1,389 people, including 689 males and 700 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.75%, with male literacy at 31.71% and female literacy at 15.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 689 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 134 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 176 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 513 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Doongar Gaon
Doongar Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajoori | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Doriya Kheri | West | 1.83 km |
| Sarda | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Jheekariya | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Gordhanpura Near Jheekariya | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Toda | West | 2.72 km |
| Mothpuriya | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Manpura Lodhan | East | 2.90 km |
| Kohri Jhar | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Prithipura | South | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doongar Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Doongar Gaon. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Doongar Gaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Doongar Gaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doongar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doongar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Doongar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doongar Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doongar Gaon
Where is Doongar Gaon located?
Doongar Gaon village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doongar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Doongar Gaon is Kohari Jhar.
What is the pincode of Doongar Gaon?
The pincode of Doongar Gaon is 326039.
What is the population of Doongar Gaon?
Doongar Gaon had a total population of 1,389, including 689 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Doongar Gaon?
Doongar Gaon had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doongar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doongar Gaon was 23.75%. Male literacy was 31.71% and female literacy was 15.69%.