Dugar - Balesar, Jodhpur
Dugar is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Shergarh and around 40 km from Jodhpur. Dugar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugar is 085526. The village covers a total geographical area of 1951.55 hectares and falls under the 342001 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dugar 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 Dugar
According to the 2011 Census, Dugar village had a total population of 964 people, including 497 males and 467 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.78%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 38.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 964 | 497 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 314 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 183 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Dugar
Dugar 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 Dugar
Dugar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jodhpur to Dugar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugar 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 Dugar
Where is Dugar located?
Dugar village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dugar?
Dugar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugar?
The pincode of Dugar is 342001.
What is the population of Dugar?
Dugar had a total population of 964, including 497 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Dugar?
Dugar had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugar was 57.78%. Male literacy was 75.66% and female literacy was 38.99%.