Dholia
Dholia is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Dholia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dholia unique in its vibrant Amirgadh-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dholia’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 Dholia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholia is 507781. The village spans a total geographical area of 992.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385135. Palanpur is nearest town to Dholia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dholia 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dholia
Population of Dholia
According to the 2011 Census, Dholia has a total population of about 4,215, with approximately 2,133 males and 2,082 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,080 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,948. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.15%, with male literacy at about 39.01% and female literacy near 23.10%. There are around 653 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,215 | 2,133 | 2,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,080 | 574 | 506 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,948 | 1,997 | 1,951 |
| Literate Population | 1,313 | 832 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,902 | 1,301 | 1,601 |
Connectivity of Dholia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholia. As per the 2011 stats, Dholia 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholia
- Where is Dholia located?
- Dholia village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholia?
- Dholia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dholia?
- The pincode of Dholia is 385135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholia is 4,215, with 2,133 males and 2,082 females.
- How many households are there in Dholia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholia village has a total of 653 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholia is 31.15%. The male literacy rate is 39.01%, while the female literacy rate is 23.10%.