Dohar Kalan - Narnaul, Mahendragarh
Dohar Kalan is a village situated in the Narnaul tehsil of Mahendragarh district, Haryana. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narnaul and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Mahendragarh. Dohar Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohar Kalan is 062204. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 123001 pincode. Narnaul is the nearest town.
Dohar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narnaul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dohar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dohar Kalan village has a total population of 2,718 people, consisting of 1,434 males and 1,284 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,852 literate and 866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dohar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,718 | 1,434 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 170 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 312 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,120 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 314 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Dohar Kalan
Dohar Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dohar Khurd | South-East | 1.76 km |
| God | West | 2.02 km |
| Khatoti Khurd | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Khatoti Sultanpur | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Bhankhari | South | 3.07 km |
| Gunti | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Balaha Khurd | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Dochana | South | 3.83 km |
| Balaha Kalan | West | 4.02 km |
| Hamindapur | South-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dohar Kalan
Dohar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amarpur Jorasi, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahendragarh to Dohar Kalan is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dohar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohar Kalan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dohar Kalan
Where is Dohar Kalan located?
Dohar Kalan village is located in Narnaul Tehsil, Mahendragarh district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohar Kalan?
Dohar Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dohar Kalan?
The pincode of Dohar Kalan is 123001.
What is the population of Dohar Kalan?
Dohar Kalan has a total population of 2,718, including 1,434 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Dohar Kalan?
There are 505 households in Dohar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dohar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohar Kalan is 68.14%. Male literacy is 78.10% and female literacy is 57.01%.