Dewatoo - Chamu, Jodhpur
Dewatoo is a village situated in the Chamu tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Shergarh and around 110 km from Jodhpur. Dewatoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewatoo is 085251. The village covers a total geographical area of 638 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Dewatoo 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 Dewatoo
According to the 2011 Census, Dewatoo village had a total population of 1,833 people, including 952 males and 881 females, living in 340 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.87%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 37.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 663.
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 | 1,833 | 952 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 196 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 343 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 582 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 370 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Dewatoo
Dewatoo 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 Dewatoo
Public transport in the Dewatoo 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 Jodhpur to Dewatoo is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewatoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewatoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewatoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewatoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewatoo
Where is Dewatoo located?
Dewatoo village is located in Chamu Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewatoo?
Dewatoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewatoo?
The pincode of Dewatoo is 342025.
What is the population of Dewatoo?
Dewatoo had a total population of 1,833, including 952 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Dewatoo?
Dewatoo had 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewatoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewatoo was 57.87%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 37.55%.