Dholera - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Dholera is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Dhandhuka and around 122 km from Ahmadabad. Dholera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholera is 511931. The village covers a total geographical area of 4581.36 hectares and falls under the 382455 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dholera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholera
As per Census 2011, Dholera village has a total population of 2,779 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,359 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,972 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholera are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dholera
Dholera 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 Dholera
Public transport in the Dholera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhandhuka to Dholera is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Dholera is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dholera
Where is Dholera located?
Dholera village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholera?
Dholera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholera?
The pincode of Dholera is 382455.
What is the population of Dholera?
Dholera has a total population of 2,779, including 1,420 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Dholera?
There are 576 households in Dholera.
What is the literacy rate in Dholera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholera is 70.96%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 62.69%.