Dholekham - Netrang, Bharuch
Dholekham is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Jhagadia and around 70 km from Bharuch. Dholekham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholekham is 522276. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.25 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dholekham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholekham
According to the 2011 Census, Dholekham village had a total population of 781 people, including 416 males and 365 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.26%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 65.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 749.
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 | 781 | 416 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 396 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 301 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 115 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Dholekham
Dholekham 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 Dholekham
Public transport in the Dholekham is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Dholekham is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Dholekham is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholekham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholekham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholekham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholekham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholekham
Where is Dholekham located?
Dholekham village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholekham?
Dholekham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholekham?
The pincode of Dholekham is 393130.
What is the population of Dholekham?
Dholekham had a total population of 781, including 416 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Dholekham?
Dholekham had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholekham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholekham was 75.26%. Male literacy was 84.08% and female literacy was 65.05%.