Dol - Makridi, Mandi
Dol is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 91 km from Mandi. Khadihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 013326. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.86 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Dol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dol
According to the 2011 Census, Dol village had a total population of 277 people, including 127 males and 150 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.42%, with male literacy at 85.85% and female literacy at 76.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 91 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 36 | 48 |
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, 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 Mandi to Dol is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dol
Where is Dol located?
Dol village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dol is Khadihar.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 175015.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 277, including 127 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 80.42%. Male literacy was 85.85% and female literacy was 76.12%.