Dol - Darlaghat, Solan
Dol is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 104 km from Solan. Sarma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 019996. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki 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 Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dol
According to the 2011 Census, Dol village had a total population of 34 people, including 20 males and 14 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 700 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dol is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 2-5 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 Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dol is Sarma.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 173221.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 34, including 20 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 64.29%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 50.00%.