Dolan - Mandap, Mandi
Dolan is a village situated in the Mandap tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Mandi. Chauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolan is 013996. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.47 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Dolan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolan
As per Census 2011, Dolan village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 67 males and 50 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 746 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 67 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 59 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dolan
Dolan 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 Dolan
Dolan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dolan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dolan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dolan
Where is Dolan located?
Dolan village is located in Mandap Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolan is Chauri.
What is the pincode of Dolan?
The pincode of Dolan is 175024.
What is the population of Dolan?
Dolan has a total population of 117, including 67 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Dolan?
There are 23 households in Dolan.
What is the literacy rate in Dolan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolan is 81.20%. Male literacy is 88.06% and female literacy is 72.00%.