Dhoom Sagar - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Dhoom Sagar is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Meerpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoom Sagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoom Sagar is 085451. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Dhoom Sagar 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 Dhoom Sagar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhoom Sagar village had a total population of 465 people, including 242 males and 223 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.45%, with male literacy at 61.96% and female literacy at 36.52%.
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 | 465 | 242 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 114 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 128 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoom Sagar
Dhoom Sagar 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 Dhoom Sagar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhoom Sagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhoom Sagar is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhoom Sagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoom Sagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhoom Sagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoom Sagar 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 Dhoom Sagar
Where is Dhoom Sagar located?
Dhoom Sagar village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhoom Sagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoom Sagar is Meerpura.
What is the pincode of Dhoom Sagar?
The pincode of Dhoom Sagar is 342022.
What is the population of Dhoom Sagar?
Dhoom Sagar had a total population of 465, including 242 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Dhoom Sagar?
Dhoom Sagar had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoom Sagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoom Sagar was 49.45%. Male literacy was 61.96% and female literacy was 36.52%.