Dol - Nalagarh, Solan
Dol is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mittian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 020890. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh 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 Nalagarh 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 162 people, including 82 males and 80 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.89%, with male literacy at 83.56% and female literacy at 67.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
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 Solan to Dol is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dol is Mittian.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 174101.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 162, including 82 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 75.89%. Male literacy was 83.56% and female literacy was 67.65%.