Dol - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Dol is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from Dharmsala. Badoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 010449. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.31 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Dol 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 Dol
According to the 2011 Census, Dol village had a total population of 188 people, including 92 males and 96 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.48%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 86.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dol
Dol 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 Dol
Dol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Dol is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dol 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 Dol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dol
Where is Dol located?
Dol village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dol is Badoli.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 176031.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 88.48%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 86.21%.