Dhokalva - Chotila, Surendranagar
Dhokalva is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Dhokalva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhokalva is 512412. The village covers a total geographical area of 3419.41 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhokalva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhokalva
As per Census 2011, Dhokalva village has a total population of 4,369 people, consisting of 2,252 males and 2,117 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,159 literate and 2,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhokalva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,369 | 2,252 | 2,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 363 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 189 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 2,159 | 1,295 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,210 | 957 | 1,253 |
Nearby Villages of Dhokalva
Dhokalva 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 Dhokalva
Dhokalva 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Dhokalva is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Dhokalva is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhokalva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhokalva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhokalva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhokalva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhokalva
Where is Dhokalva located?
Dhokalva village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhokalva?
Dhokalva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhokalva?
The pincode of Dhokalva is 363520.
What is the population of Dhokalva?
Dhokalva has a total population of 4,369, including 2,252 males and 2,117 females.
How many households are there in Dhokalva?
There are 659 households in Dhokalva.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokalva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhokalva is 49.42%. Male literacy is 57.50% and female literacy is 40.81%.