Dholakda - Radhanpur, Patan
Dholakda is a village situated in the Radhanpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanpur and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Dholakda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholakda is 508731. The village covers a total geographical area of 842.41 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dholakda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholakda
As per Census 2011, Dholakda village has a total population of 1,021 people, consisting of 485 males and 536 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholakda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dholakda
Dholakda 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 Dholakda
Public transport in the Dholakda is mainly available through shared van 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 Radhanpur to Dholakda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Dholakda is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholakda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholakda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholakda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholakda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dholakda
Where is Dholakda located?
Dholakda village is located in Radhanpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholakda?
Dholakda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholakda?
The pincode of Dholakda is 385360.
What is the population of Dholakda?
Dholakda has a total population of 1,021, including 485 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Dholakda?
There are 189 households in Dholakda.
What is the literacy rate in Dholakda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholakda is 58.86%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 50.75%.