Dholidhar - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Dholidhar is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Dholidhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholidhar is 513301. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.7 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dholidhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholidhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dholidhar village had a total population of 2,335 people, including 1,215 males and 1,120 females, living in 476 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 88.31% and female literacy at 71.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,335 | 1,215 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 120 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,698 | 967 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 248 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Dholidhar
Dholidhar 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 Dholidhar
Dholidhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gondal to Dholidhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dholidhar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholidhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholidhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholidhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholidhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholidhar
Where is Dholidhar located?
Dholidhar village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholidhar?
Dholidhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholidhar?
The pincode of Dholidhar is 360405.
What is the population of Dholidhar?
Dholidhar had a total population of 2,335, including 1,215 males and 1,120 females.
How many households are there in Dholidhar?
Dholidhar had 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholidhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholidhar was 80.36%. Male literacy was 88.31% and female literacy was 71.81%.