Dholwa - Bhesan, Junagadh
Dholwa is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dholwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholwa is 514529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1035.93 hectares and falls under the 362020 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dholwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholwa
As per Census 2011, Dholwa village has a total population of 2,022 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 1,015 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,273 literate and 749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholwa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,273 | 702 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 305 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Dholwa
Dholwa 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 Dholwa
Public transport in the Dholwa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Dholwa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dholwa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholwa
Where is Dholwa located?
Dholwa village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholwa?
Dholwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholwa?
The pincode of Dholwa is 362020.
What is the population of Dholwa?
Dholwa has a total population of 2,022, including 1,007 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Dholwa?
There are 395 households in Dholwa.
What is the literacy rate in Dholwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholwa is 62.96%. Male literacy is 69.71% and female literacy is 56.26%.