Dhontola - Boitamari, Bongaigaon
Dhontola is a village situated in the Boitamari subdivision of Bongaigaon district, Assam. Dhantola serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dhontola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhontola is 301326. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.94 hectares and falls under the 783388 pincode.
Dhontola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhayapuri North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhontola
According to the 2011 Census, Dhontola village had a total population of 2,649 people, including 1,324 males and 1,325 females, living in 566 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.42%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 66.55%.
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 | 2,649 | 1,324 | 1,325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 215 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 802 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,101 | 522 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Dhontola
Dhontola 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 Dhontola
Public transport in the Dhontola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dhontola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dhontola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhontola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhontola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhontola 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 Dhontola
Where is Dhontola located?
Dhontola village is located in Boitamari Subdivision, Bongaigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dhontola?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dhontola is Dhantola.
What is the pincode of Dhontola?
The pincode of Dhontola is 783388.
What is the population of Dhontola?
Dhontola had a total population of 2,649, including 1,324 males and 1,325 females.
How many households are there in Dhontola?
Dhontola had 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhontola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhontola was 69.42%. Male literacy was 72.32% and female literacy was 66.55%.