Dolatpur - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Dolatpur is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Bhiloda and around 50 km from Himatnagar. Shamalaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolatpur is 510283. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.96 hectares and falls under the 383355 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dolatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dolatpur village had a total population of 39 people, including 22 males and 17 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 773 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.89%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Dolatpur
Dolatpur 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 Dolatpur
Dolatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhiloda to Dolatpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Dolatpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dolatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dolatpur
Where is Dolatpur located?
Dolatpur village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolatpur is Shamalaji.
What is the pincode of Dolatpur?
The pincode of Dolatpur is 383355.
What is the population of Dolatpur?
Dolatpur had a total population of 39, including 22 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Dolatpur?
Dolatpur had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolatpur was 91.89%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 87.50%.