Dolan

Dolan is a village located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Dolan village. As per 2009 stats, Kotkhas is the gram panchayat of Dolan village.

Here you can discover what makes Dolan unique in its vibrant Naina Devi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Dolan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dolan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dolan is 019518. The village spans a total geographical area of 300 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174002. Nangal is nearest town to Dolan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dolan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dolan

According to the 2011 Census, Dolan has a total population of about 467, with approximately 249 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 182. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.10%, with male literacy at about 71.08% and female literacy near 51.83%. There are around 89 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dolan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 467 249 218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 63 29 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 182 96 86
Literate Population 290 177 113
Illiterate Population 177 72 105

Connectivity of Dolan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dolan. As per the 2011 stats, Dolan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dolan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dolan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dolan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dolan

Where is Dolan located?
Dolan village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolan is Kotkhas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dolan?
The pincode of Dolan is 174002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dolan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dolan is 467, with 249 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Dolan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dolan village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dolan is 62.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 51.83%.