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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dol village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 127 males and 150 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| 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 has a total population of 277, including 127 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
There are 67 households in Dol.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol is 69.68%. Male literacy is 71.65% and female literacy is 68.00%.