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
As per Census 2011, Bholad village has a total population of 1,893 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 890 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,353 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholad are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,893, including 1,003 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Bholad?
There are 401 households in Bholad.
What is the literacy rate in Bholad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholad is 71.47%. Male literacy is 82.45% and female literacy is 59.10%.