Dohak - Kalol, Bilaspur
Dohak is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Bilaspur. Bargaon Galu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohak is 019226. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.8 hectares and falls under the 174030 pincode. Talai is the nearest town.
Dohak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dohak
As per Census 2011, Dohak village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 190 males and 175 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dohak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 190 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 158 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 32 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Dohak
Dohak 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 Dohak
Dohak 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Dohak 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 Dohak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohak 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dohak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dohak
Where is Dohak located?
Dohak village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohak is Bargaon Galu.
What is the pincode of Dohak?
The pincode of Dohak is 174030.
What is the population of Dohak?
Dohak has a total population of 365, including 190 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Dohak?
There are 79 households in Dohak.
What is the literacy rate in Dohak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohak is 75.89%. Male literacy is 83.16% and female literacy is 68.00%.