Dholakuva - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Dholakuva is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Dholakuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholakuva is 511233. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.51 hectares and falls under the 382845 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dholakuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholakuva
As per Census 2011, Dholakuva village has a total population of 4,042 people, consisting of 2,122 males and 1,920 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,691 literate and 1,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholakuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,042 | 2,122 | 1,920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 263 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,691 | 1,647 | 1,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 475 | 876 |
Nearby Villages of Dholakuva
Dholakuva 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 Dholakuva
Dholakuva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dholakuva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mansa to Dholakuva is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Dholakuva is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholakuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholakuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholakuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholakuva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholakuva
Where is Dholakuva located?
Dholakuva village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholakuva?
Dholakuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholakuva?
The pincode of Dholakuva is 382845.
What is the population of Dholakuva?
Dholakuva has a total population of 4,042, including 2,122 males and 1,920 females.
How many households are there in Dholakuva?
There are 820 households in Dholakuva.
What is the literacy rate in Dholakuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholakuva is 66.58%. Male literacy is 77.62% and female literacy is 54.38%.