Datwas - Niwai, Tonk
Datwas is a village situated in the Niwai tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwai and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Datwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datwas is 092940. The village covers a total geographical area of 1520.28 hectares and falls under the 304025 pincode. Niwai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Datwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Datwas
As per Census 2011, Datwas village has a total population of 4,793 people, consisting of 2,455 males and 2,338 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 767 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,497 literate and 2,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 951 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Datwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,793 | 2,455 | 2,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 767 | 413 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,654 | 856 | 798 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 951 | 472 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 2,497 | 1,596 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,296 | 859 | 1,437 |
Nearby Villages of Datwas
Datwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Abhaipura | South | 1.23 km |
| Barhgor Kalan | South | 1.86 km |
| Shri Rajdhanpura | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Maharaj Kanwarpura | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Barh Kukasya | North | 2.22 km |
| Raidamodarpura | West | 2.56 km |
| Barh Handa | South | 2.63 km |
| Shri Rooppura | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Jagsara | North | 3.09 km |
| Nagal Isar | East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Datwas
Datwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Channani, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Niwai to Datwas is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Datwas is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Datwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datwas 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 Datwas
Where is Datwas located?
Datwas village is located in Niwai Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Datwas?
Datwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Datwas?
The pincode of Datwas is 304025.
What is the population of Datwas?
Datwas has a total population of 4,793, including 2,455 males and 2,338 females.
How many households are there in Datwas?
There are 913 households in Datwas.
What is the literacy rate in Datwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datwas is 52.10%. Male literacy is 65.01% and female literacy is 38.54%.