Dholwa
Dholwa is a village located in Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhesan (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Dholwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dholwa unique in its vibrant Bhesan-Junagadh region. You’ll see Dholwa’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 Dholwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholwa is 514529. The village spans a total geographical area of 1035.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362020. Jetpur is nearest town to Dholwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Dholwa
Population of Dholwa
According to the 2011 Census, Dholwa has a total population of about 2,022, with approximately 1,007 males and 1,015 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.96%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 56.26%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,022 | 1,007 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 129 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,273 | 702 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 305 | 444 |
Connectivity of Dholwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholwa. As per the 2011 stats, Dholwa 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholwa
- Where is Dholwa located?
- Dholwa village is situated in Bhesan Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholwa?
- Dholwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dholwa?
- The pincode of Dholwa is 362020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholwa is 2,022, with 1,007 males and 1,015 females.
- How many households are there in Dholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholwa village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholwa is 62.96%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 56.26%.