Doliya - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Doliya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Doliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doliya is 516799. The village covers a total geographical area of 505.59 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Doliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doliya
According to the 2011 Census, Doliya village had a total population of 3,224 people, including 1,623 males and 1,601 females, living in 475 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.80%, with male literacy at 63.81% and female literacy at 31.31%.
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 | 3,224 | 1,623 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 283 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,262 | 855 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,962 | 768 | 1,194 |
Nearby Villages of Doliya
Doliya 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 Doliya
Public transport in the Doliya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Doliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Doliya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Doliya is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Doliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doliya 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 Doliya
Where is Doliya located?
Doliya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doliya?
Doliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doliya?
The pincode of Doliya is 364290.
What is the population of Doliya?
Doliya had a total population of 3,224, including 1,623 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Doliya?
Doliya had 475 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doliya was 47.80%. Male literacy was 63.81% and female literacy was 31.31%.