Dol - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Dol is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Doldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 014354. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.66 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar 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 Nachan 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 451 people, including 225 males and 226 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 82.38% and female literacy at 67.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 302.
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 | 451 | 225 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 66 | 90 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 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 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 Dol
Where is Dol located?
Dol village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dol is Doldhar.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 175031.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 451, including 225 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 74.49%. Male literacy was 82.38% and female literacy was 67.00%.