Dholeguda - Usur, Bijapur
Dholeguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Lingagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholeguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholeguda is 450894. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.8 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Dholeguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholeguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dholeguda village had a total population of 54 people, including 31 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 742 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.77%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 23 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dholeguda
Dholeguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasiguda | West | 0.82 km |
| Lingagiri | East | 1.37 km |
| Basaguda | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Dharamapur | North | 1.76 km |
| Rajpeta | South | 1.94 km |
| Baknagulguda | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Biraguda | East | 2.58 km |
| Korsaguda | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Kottaguda | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Hirapur | West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholeguda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dholeguda. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dantewada to Dholeguda is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Dholeguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholeguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholeguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholeguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholeguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dholeguda
Where is Dholeguda located?
Dholeguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholeguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholeguda is Lingagiri.
What is the pincode of Dholeguda?
The pincode of Dholeguda is 494447.
What is the population of Dholeguda?
Dholeguda had a total population of 54, including 31 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Dholeguda?
Dholeguda had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholeguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholeguda was 55.77%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 27.27%.