Dholgarh - Sardarpur, Dhar
Dholgarh is a village situated in the Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Rajod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholgarh is 474550. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.98 hectares and falls under the 454660 pincode. Sardarpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dholgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Dholgarh village had a total population of 206 people, including 109 males and 97 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.39%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 46.51%. 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 | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 76 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 33 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Dholgarh
Dholgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deogarh | West | 1.78 km |
| Sarothi | South | 1.96 km |
| Imlipada | West | 2.21 km |
| Sajod | East | 2.31 km |
| Rajod | North | 2.85 km |
| Bankiyapada | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Kahedipada | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Nandna | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Anandkhedi | East | 3.78 km |
| Jhinjhota | North-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholgarh
Dholgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raoti, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 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 Sardarpur to Dholgarh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dholgarh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholgarh 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 Dholgarh
Where is Dholgarh located?
Dholgarh village is located in Sardarpur Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholgarh is Rajod.
What is the pincode of Dholgarh?
The pincode of Dholgarh is 454660.
What is the population of Dholgarh?
Dholgarh had a total population of 206, including 109 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dholgarh?
Dholgarh had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholgarh was 63.39%. Male literacy was 78.35% and female literacy was 46.51%.