Dholas
Dholas is a village located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Dholas village. As per 2009 stats, Silh is the gram panchayat of Dholas village.
Here you can discover what makes Dholas unique in its vibrant Jawalamukhi-Kangra region. You’ll see Dholas’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 Dholas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholas is 010568. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176036. Nadaun is nearest town to Dholas village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dholas 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dholas
Population of Dholas
According to the 2011 Census, Dholas has a total population of about 234, with approximately 127 males and 107 females. The sex ratio is around 842 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.77%, with male literacy at about 85.04% and female literacy near 75.70%. There are around 49 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 189 | 108 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Connectivity of Dholas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholas. As per the 2011 stats, Dholas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholas
- Where is Dholas located?
- Dholas village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dholas is Silh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dholas?
- The pincode of Dholas is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholas is 234, with 127 males and 107 females.
- How many households are there in Dholas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholas village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholas is 80.77%. The male literacy rate is 85.04%, while the female literacy rate is 75.70%.