Dholpur - Tamia, Chhindwara
Dholpur is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Manegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholpur is 493706. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.31 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Neuton Chikhli Kalan is the nearest town.
Dholpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junnardeo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dholpur village had a total population of 149 people, including 80 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.41%, with male literacy at 62.12% and female literacy at 36.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 41 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 39 | 48 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dehgaon Khurd | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Manegaon | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Pipariya Sani | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Chargaon Khurd | South | 2.78 km |
| Paudi Kheda (viran) | West | 2.91 km |
| Pathai | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Khamtra | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Chawalpani | North | 3.69 km |
| Dharakpani | West | 4.12 km |
| Pindrai | South-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholpur
Dholpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junehta, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chhindwara to Dholpur is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dholpur
Where is Dholpur located?
Dholpur village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholpur is Manegaon.
What is the pincode of Dholpur?
The pincode of Dholpur is 480559.
What is the population of Dholpur?
Dholpur had a total population of 149, including 80 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Dholpur?
Dholpur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholpur was 50.41%. Male literacy was 62.12% and female literacy was 36.84%.