Dolowal - Nalagarh, Solan
Dolowal is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhogpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolowal is 020839. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Dolowal 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 Dolowal
As per Census 2011, Dolowal village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 191 males and 177 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 191 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 140 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 51 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dolowal
Dolowal 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 Dolowal
Dolowal 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 Solan to Dolowal is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dolowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolowal 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 Dolowal
Where is Dolowal located?
Dolowal village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolowal is Bhogpur.
What is the pincode of Dolowal?
The pincode of Dolowal is 174101.
What is the population of Dolowal?
Dolowal has a total population of 368, including 191 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Dolowal?
There are 68 households in Dolowal.
What is the literacy rate in Dolowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolowal is 67.93%. Male literacy is 73.30% and female literacy is 62.15%.