Dewatra - Bhopalgarh, Jodhpur
Dewatra is a village situated in the Bhopalgarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Dewatra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewatra is 084866. The village covers a total geographical area of 3621.9 hectares and falls under the 342603 pincode. Pipar City is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dewatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhopalgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewatra
As per Census 2011, Dewatra village has a total population of 4,077 people, consisting of 2,122 males and 1,955 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 681 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,762 literate and 2,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,077 | 2,122 | 1,955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 355 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 593 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,762 | 1,223 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,315 | 899 | 1,416 |
Nearby Villages of Dewatra
Dewatra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhalamaliya | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Shiv Nagar | South | 3.42 km |
| Budkiya | West | 4.60 km |
| Godawas | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Artiya Kalan | North | 5.66 km |
| Ashapur | South | 5.99 km |
| Vishnu Nagar | West | 6.00 km |
| Kheri Charna | South | 6.53 km |
| Salwakhurd | South-East | 6.63 km |
| Artiya Khurd | North-East | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewatra
Public transport in the Dewatra is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kheri Salwa, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipar City to Dewatra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Dewatra is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewatra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewatra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewatra
Where is Dewatra located?
Dewatra village is located in Bhopalgarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewatra?
Dewatra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewatra?
The pincode of Dewatra is 342603.
What is the population of Dewatra?
Dewatra has a total population of 4,077, including 2,122 males and 1,955 females.
How many households are there in Dewatra?
There are 751 households in Dewatra.
What is the literacy rate in Dewatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewatra is 43.22%. Male literacy is 57.63% and female literacy is 27.57%.