Dholpur - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Dholpur is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Ghatkamtha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholpur is 495440. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.17 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Dholpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholpur
As per Census 2011, Dholpur village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 336 males and 364 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 657 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 336 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 313 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 220 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 116 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Dholpur
Dholpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dunda Seoni | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Agrapur | South | 2.17 km |
| Khamarpani | North | 2.45 km |
| Khairri Khurd | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Devari | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Bisanpur | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Chichgaon | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Niwari | West | 2.97 km |
| Kanhargaon | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Sanwari No.2 | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholpur
Public transport in the Dholpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimalgondi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chhindwara to Dholpur is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dholpur
Where is Dholpur located?
Dholpur village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholpur is Ghatkamtha.
What is the pincode of Dholpur?
The pincode of Dholpur is 480111.
What is the population of Dholpur?
Dholpur has a total population of 700, including 336 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Dholpur?
There are 136 households in Dholpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dholpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholpur is 60.57%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 56.04%.