Dholera
Dholera is a village located in Dhandhuka taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Dhandhuka (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Dholera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dholera unique in its vibrant Dhandhuka-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Dholera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dholera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholera is 511931. The village spans a total geographical area of 4581.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382455. Dhandhuka is nearest town to Dholera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dholera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dholera
Population of Dholera
According to the 2011 Census, Dholera has a total population of about 2,779, with approximately 1,420 males and 1,359 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 323 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.96%, with male literacy at about 78.87% and female literacy near 62.69%. There are around 576 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,779 | 1,420 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 164 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,120 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 300 | 507 |
Connectivity of Dholera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholera. As per the 2011 stats, Dholera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholera
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholera
- Where is Dholera located?
- Dholera village is situated in Dhandhuka Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholera?
- Dholera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dholera?
- The pincode of Dholera is 382455, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholera is 2,779, with 1,420 males and 1,359 females.
- How many households are there in Dholera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholera village has a total of 576 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholera is 70.96%. The male literacy rate is 78.87%, while the female literacy rate is 62.69%.