Doodinagar - Balesar, Jodhpur
Doodinagar is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 63 km from Shergarh and around 53 km from Jodhpur. Dugar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doodinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doodinagar is 085528. The village covers a total geographical area of 588 hectares and falls under the 342001 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Doodinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doodinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Doodinagar village had a total population of 462 people, including 243 males and 219 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.05%, with male literacy at 72.82% and female literacy at 35.91%.
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 | 462 | 243 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 142 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 101 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Doodinagar
Doodinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agolai | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Surani | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Hanumangarh | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Vishnu Nagar | East | 4.98 km |
| Hari Nagar | West | 6.00 km |
| Deogarh | North-West | 6.80 km |
| Korna | South-West | 6.80 km |
| Teekamgarh | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Bhatelai Purohitan | East | 7.19 km |
| Udaisar | North | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doodinagar
Doodinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhagat Ki Kothi, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Doodinagar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doodinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doodinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doodinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doodinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Doodinagar
Where is Doodinagar located?
Doodinagar village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doodinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Doodinagar is Dugar.
What is the pincode of Doodinagar?
The pincode of Doodinagar is 342001.
What is the population of Doodinagar?
Doodinagar had a total population of 462, including 243 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Doodinagar?
Doodinagar had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doodinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doodinagar was 55.05%. Male literacy was 72.82% and female literacy was 35.91%.