Dholya - Kukshi, Dhar
Dholya is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Dholya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholya is 475467. The village covers a total geographical area of 1200.32 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dholya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholya
As per Census 2011, Dholya village has a total population of 3,771 people, consisting of 1,872 males and 1,899 females. The village has 717 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,536 literate and 2,235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,655 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,771 | 1,872 | 1,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 310 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,655 | 1,812 | 1,843 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 868 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,235 | 1,004 | 1,231 |
Nearby Villages of Dholya
Dholya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipuriya | West | 1.40 km |
| Chikli | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Digavi | South | 2.98 km |
| Haldi | East | 3.32 km |
| Umarkua | South | 3.34 km |
| Umrali | West | 3.62 km |
| Kadwal | North | 3.65 km |
| Palasi | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Fata | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Kalmi | South-West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholya
Dholya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| 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 Kukshi to Dholya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dholya is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dholya
Where is Dholya located?
Dholya village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholya?
Dholya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholya?
The pincode of Dholya is 454331.
What is the population of Dholya?
Dholya has a total population of 3,771, including 1,872 males and 1,899 females.
How many households are there in Dholya?
There are 717 households in Dholya.
What is the literacy rate in Dholya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholya is 40.73%. Male literacy is 46.37% and female literacy is 35.18%.