Doodiya - Luni, Jodhpur
Doodiya is a village situated in the Luni tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Luni and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Bhacharna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doodiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doodiya is 085656. The village covers a total geographical area of 1325.8 hectares and falls under the 342801 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Doodiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Luni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doodiya
As per Census 2011, Doodiya village has a total population of 1,187 people, consisting of 593 males and 594 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doodiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 593 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 61 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 381 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 212 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Doodiya
Doodiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpura Bhatan | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Janguwas | West | 3.73 km |
| Bhakri | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Goliya Magra | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Bhacharna | West | 4.75 km |
| Mori | North | 4.86 km |
| Satlana | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Krishna Khera | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Karniyali | East | 5.19 km |
| Murdiya | South-East | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doodiya
Public transport in the Doodiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dudia, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| 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 Doodiya is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doodiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doodiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Doodiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doodiya 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Doodiya
Where is Doodiya located?
Doodiya village is located in Luni Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doodiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Doodiya is Bhacharna.
What is the pincode of Doodiya?
The pincode of Doodiya is 342801.
What is the population of Doodiya?
Doodiya has a total population of 1,187, including 593 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Doodiya?
There are 206 households in Doodiya.
What is the literacy rate in Doodiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doodiya is 52.49%. Male literacy is 64.25% and female literacy is 40.74%.