Dholgaon - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dholgaon is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Jhirpa F.v. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholgaon is 505666. The village covers a total geographical area of 3470 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dholgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholgaon
As per Census 2011, Dholgaon village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 409 males and 414 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 818 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 409 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 818 | 407 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 178 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 231 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Dholgaon
Dholgaon 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 Dholgaon
Dholgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Dholgaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Dholgaon is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholgaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholgaon
Where is Dholgaon located?
Dholgaon village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholgaon is Jhirpa F.v..
What is the pincode of Dholgaon?
The pincode of Dholgaon is 450001.
What is the population of Dholgaon?
Dholgaon has a total population of 823, including 409 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Dholgaon?
There are 130 households in Dholgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dholgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholgaon is 40.34%. Male literacy is 43.52% and female literacy is 37.20%.