Bholad - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Bholad is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Dholka and around 82 km from Ahmadabad. Bholad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholad is 511762. The village covers a total geographical area of 2876.48 hectares and falls under the 382230 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bholad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholad
According to the 2011 Census, Bholad village had a total population of 1,893 people, including 1,003 males and 890 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 92.30% and female literacy at 66.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 1,893 | 1,003 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,353 | 827 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 176 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Bholad
Bholad 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 Bholad
Bholad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bholad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dholka to Bholad is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Bholad is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bholad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bholad
Where is Bholad located?
Bholad village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bholad?
Bholad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bholad?
The pincode of Bholad is 382230.
What is the population of Bholad?
Bholad had a total population of 1,893, including 1,003 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Bholad?
Bholad had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bholad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholad was 80.15%. Male literacy was 92.30% and female literacy was 66.41%.