Dola - Ghansaur, Seoni
Dola is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sarasdol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dola is 496131. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.98 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Dola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dola
As per Census 2011, Dola village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 230 males and 190 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 230 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 195 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dola
Dola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatua | South | 1.98 km |
| Bineki Kalan | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Sarasdol | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Tilgaon | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Gunheri | East | 3.70 km |
| Munda | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Rupdoun Mal | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Kurmithel Mal | West | 5.11 km |
| Gorakhpur | North | 5.38 km |
| Umarpani | North-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dola
Dola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Dola is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Dola is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dola
Where is Dola located?
Dola village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dola is Sarasdol.
What is the pincode of Dola?
The pincode of Dola is 480997.
What is the population of Dola?
Dola has a total population of 420, including 230 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Dola?
There are 99 households in Dola.
What is the literacy rate in Dola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dola is 77.38%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 68.42%.