Dholumber - Chikhli, Navsari
Dholumber is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Dholumber village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholumber is 523114. The village covers a total geographical area of 849.76 hectares and falls under the 396060 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dholumber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholumber
As per Census 2011, Dholumber village has a total population of 2,876 people, consisting of 1,478 males and 1,398 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,887 literate and 989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholumber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,876 | 1,478 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 157 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,827 | 1,456 | 1,371 |
| Literate Population | 1,887 | 1,047 | 840 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 431 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Dholumber
Dholumber 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 Dholumber
Public transport in the Dholumber is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Dholumber is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Dholumber is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholumber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholumber 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 Dholumber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholumber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dholumber
Where is Dholumber located?
Dholumber village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholumber?
Dholumber is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholumber?
The pincode of Dholumber is 396060.
What is the population of Dholumber?
Dholumber has a total population of 2,876, including 1,478 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Dholumber?
There are 578 households in Dholumber.
What is the literacy rate in Dholumber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholumber is 65.61%. Male literacy is 70.84% and female literacy is 60.09%.