Dolatpur - Ichhawar, Sehore
Dolatpur is a village situated in the Ichhawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichhawar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Dolatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolatpur is 483223. The village covers a total geographical area of 1759.74 hectares and falls under the 466115 pincode. Ichhawar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dolatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dolatpur
As per Census 2011, Dolatpur village has a total population of 1,248 people, consisting of 668 males and 580 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | 668 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 126 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 185 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 156 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 404 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 264 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Dolatpur
Dolatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rugnathpura (raghunathpura) | East | 1.86 km |
| Laliya Khedi | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Dudlai | North | 2.99 km |
| Rupdi | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Jhar Kheda | North | 3.44 km |
| Rupadeh | East | 3.58 km |
| Karanpura | North | 4.69 km |
| Singapur | North | 4.87 km |
| Arya (ariya) | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Khewanikhurd | South | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dolatpur
Dolatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sehore, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ichhawar to Dolatpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Dolatpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dolatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dolatpur
Where is Dolatpur located?
Dolatpur village is located in Ichhawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolatpur?
Dolatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dolatpur?
The pincode of Dolatpur is 466115.
What is the population of Dolatpur?
Dolatpur has a total population of 1,248, including 668 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Dolatpur?
There are 215 households in Dolatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dolatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolatpur is 48.88%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 35.52%.