Dolaha Kalan - Amas, Gaya
Dolaha Kalan is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Badki Chilmi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolaha Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolaha Kalan is 255832. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dolaha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dolaha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dolaha Kalan village had a total population of 139 people, including 73 males and 66 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 22 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dolaha Kalan
Dolaha Kalan 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 Dolaha Kalan
Dolaha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Dolaha Kalan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Dolaha Kalan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolaha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolaha Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dolaha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolaha Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dolaha Kalan
Where is Dolaha Kalan located?
Dolaha Kalan village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dolaha Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolaha Kalan is Badki Chilmi.
What is the pincode of Dolaha Kalan?
The pincode of Dolaha Kalan is 824219.
What is the population of Dolaha Kalan?
Dolaha Kalan had a total population of 139, including 73 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dolaha Kalan?
Dolaha Kalan had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolaha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolaha Kalan was 73.91%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 64.15%.