Dholi - Parola, Jalgaon
Dholi is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholi is 527648. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029.59 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholi
As per Census 2011, Dholi village has a total population of 1,386 people, consisting of 732 males and 654 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,386 | 732 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 530 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 202 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Dholi
Dholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velhane Kh. | South | 2.27 km |
| Nimgul | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Karadi | North | 2.85 km |
| Bole | East | 2.88 km |
| Babre | West | 3.57 km |
| Vasant Wadi | North | 3.61 km |
| Patar Khede | East | 3.65 km |
| Karmad Bk. | South | 3.98 km |
| Bodgaon | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Anchade Tanda | North-West | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholi
Dholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shirud, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 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 Parola to Dholi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dholi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholi 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 Dholi
Where is Dholi located?
Dholi village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholi?
Dholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholi?
The pincode of Dholi is 425111.
What is the population of Dholi?
Dholi has a total population of 1,386, including 732 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Dholi?
There are 294 households in Dholi.
What is the literacy rate in Dholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholi is 65.37%. Male literacy is 72.40% and female literacy is 57.49%.