Dhulkot Village - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dhulkot is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dhulkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulkot is 477737. The village covers a total geographical area of 3261.01 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhulkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhulkot
As per Census 2011, Dhulkot village has a total population of 15,736 people, consisting of 7,848 males and 7,888 females. The village has 2,793 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,050 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,128 literate and 9,608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13,983 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhulkot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,736 | 7,848 | 7,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,050 | 1,544 | 1,506 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 165 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13,983 | 6,967 | 7,016 |
| Literate Population | 6,128 | 3,397 | 2,731 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,608 | 4,451 | 5,157 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulkot
Dhulkot 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 Dhulkot
Dhulkot 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Khargone to Dhulkot is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhulkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhulkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhulkot
Where is Dhulkot located?
Dhulkot village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhulkot?
Dhulkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhulkot?
The pincode of Dhulkot is 451441.
What is the population of Dhulkot?
Dhulkot has a total population of 15,736, including 7,848 males and 7,888 females.
How many households are there in Dhulkot?
There are 2,793 households in Dhulkot.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulkot is 38.94%. Male literacy is 43.28% and female literacy is 34.62%.