Dholsarai - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Dholsarai is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from Mainpur and around 161 km from Raipur. Gona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholsarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholsarai is 445416. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.29 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Gobra Nawapara is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Dholsarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholsarai
According to the 2011 Census, Dholsarai village had a total population of 473 people, including 243 males and 230 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.64%, with male literacy at 63.38% and female literacy at 35.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
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 | 473 | 243 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 30 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 222 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 135 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 108 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Dholsarai
Dholsarai 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 Dholsarai
Dholsarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gobra Nawapara to Dholsarai is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Dholsarai is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholsarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholsarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholsarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholsarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholsarai
Where is Dholsarai located?
Dholsarai village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dholsarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholsarai is Gona.
What is the pincode of Dholsarai?
The pincode of Dholsarai is 493888.
What is the population of Dholsarai?
Dholsarai had a total population of 473, including 243 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Dholsarai?
Dholsarai had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholsarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholsarai was 50.64%. Male literacy was 63.38% and female literacy was 35.56%.