Dholas - Bharoli, Kangra
Dholas is a village situated in the Bharoli tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Dharmsala. Silh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholas is 010568. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.32 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Dholas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholas
According to the 2011 Census, Dholas village had a total population of 234 people, including 127 males and 107 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.32%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 79.41%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 108 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Dholas
Dholas 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 Dholas
Dholas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Dholas is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholas 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 Dholas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholas 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 Dholas
Where is Dholas located?
Dholas village is located in Bharoli Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholas?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholas is Silh.
What is the pincode of Dholas?
The pincode of Dholas is 176031.
What is the population of Dholas?
Dholas had a total population of 234, including 127 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Dholas?
Dholas had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholas was 88.32%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 79.41%.