Dholpur - Rey, Kangra
Dholpur is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 115 km from Dharmsala. Tatwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholpur is 008858. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.59 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Dholpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholpur
As per Census 2011, Dholpur village has a total population of 796 people, consisting of 401 males and 395 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 796 | 401 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 327 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 74 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Dholpur
Dholpur 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 Dholpur
Dholpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dholpur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dholpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholpur
Where is Dholpur located?
Dholpur village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholpur is Tatwali.
What is the pincode of Dholpur?
The pincode of Dholpur is 176058.
What is the population of Dholpur?
Dholpur has a total population of 796, including 401 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Dholpur?
There are 175 households in Dholpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dholpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholpur is 76.76%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 71.90%.