Dolan - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Dolan is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotkhas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolan is 019518. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 174002 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dolan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolan
As per Census 2011, Dolan village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 249 males and 218 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 249 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 177 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 72 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Dolan
Dolan 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 Dolan
Public transport in the Dolan is mainly available through shared van 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 Nangal to Dolan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dolan is about 95 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 Dolan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dolan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dolan
Where is Dolan located?
Dolan village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolan is Kotkhas.
What is the pincode of Dolan?
The pincode of Dolan is 174002.
What is the population of Dolan?
Dolan has a total population of 467, including 249 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Dolan?
There are 89 households in Dolan.
What is the literacy rate in Dolan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolan is 62.10%. Male literacy is 71.08% and female literacy is 51.83%.