Daholi - Lundra, Surguja
Daholi is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Dahouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daholi is 433414. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.36 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Daholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daholi
According to the 2011 Census, Daholi village had a total population of 768 people, including 384 males and 384 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.73%, with male literacy at 56.39% and female literacy at 40.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 595.
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 | 768 | 384 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 292 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 181 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 203 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Daholi
Daholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahora | South | 1.58 km |
| Baheradih | North | 1.82 km |
| Karanki | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Sasouli | East | 2.14 km |
| Dorna | West | 2.47 km |
| Patradih | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Lundra | North | 3.03 km |
| Turiyawira | South | 3.16 km |
| Amgaon | North | 3.49 km |
| Urdara | East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daholi
Daholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.9 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 Ambikapur to Daholi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daholi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daholi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Daholi
Where is Daholi located?
Daholi village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Daholi is Dahouli.
What is the pincode of Daholi?
The pincode of Daholi is 497101.
What is the population of Daholi?
Daholi had a total population of 768, including 384 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Daholi?
Daholi had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daholi was 48.73%. Male literacy was 56.39% and female literacy was 40.84%.