Dolani - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dolani is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dolani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolani is 477163. The village covers a total geographical area of 1115 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dolani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolani
According to the 2011 Census, Dolani village had a total population of 1,256 people, including 648 males and 608 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.10%, with male literacy at 51.13% and female literacy at 36.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 948.
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 | 1,256 | 648 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 948 | 485 | 463 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 271 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 377 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Dolani
Dolani 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 Dolani
Dolani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kasrawad to Dolani is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dolani is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dolani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolani 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 Dolani
Where is Dolani located?
Dolani village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dolani?
Dolani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dolani?
The pincode of Dolani is 451228.
What is the population of Dolani?
Dolani had a total population of 1,256, including 648 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Dolani?
Dolani had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolani was 44.10%. Male literacy was 51.13% and female literacy was 36.71%.