Dholakda
Dholakda is a village located in Radhanpur taluka of Patan district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanpur (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Patan. As per 2009 stats, Dholakda village is also a gram panchayat.
Dholakda has its own place in the vibrant Patan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dholakda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholakda is 508731. The village spans a total geographical area of 842.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385360. Radhanpur is nearest town to Dholakda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dholakda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dholakda
Below is a concise population overview of Dholakda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,021 | 485 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 329 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 156 | 264 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dholakda village:
- The total population of Dholakda village is around 1,021, including approximately 485 males and 536 females, with a sex ratio of 1105 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Dholakda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dholakda village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dholakda village is about 58.86%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 50.75%.
- There are around 189 households in Dholakda village.
Connectivity of Dholakda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholakda. As per the 2011 stats, Dholakda 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholakda
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholakda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholakda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholakda
- Where is Dholakda located?
- Dholakda village is situated in Radhanpur Taluka, within the Patan district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholakda?
- Dholakda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dholakda?
- The pincode of Dholakda is 385360, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholakda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholakda is 1,021, with 485 males and 536 females.
- How many households are there in Dholakda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholakda village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholakda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholakda is 58.86%. The male literacy rate is 67.84%, while the female literacy rate is 50.75%.