Dohole
Dohole is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dohole village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dohole unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Dohole’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dohole
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dohole is 552613. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421101. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Dohole village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dohole village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dohole
Population of Dohole
According to the 2011 Census, Dohole has a total population of about 1,644, with approximately 852 males and 792 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 677. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.05%, with male literacy at about 59.62% and female literacy near 50.13%. There are around 361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dohole's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,644 | 852 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 160 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 677 | 329 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 508 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 344 | 395 |
Connectivity of Dohole
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dohole. As per the 2011 stats, Dohole had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dohole
Knowing the nearby villages of Dohole helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dohole.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dohole
- Where is Dohole located?
- Dohole village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dohole?
- Dohole serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dohole?
- The pincode of Dohole is 421101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dohole as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dohole is 1,644, with 852 males and 792 females.
- How many households are there in Dohole as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dohole village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dohole as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dohole is 55.05%. The male literacy rate is 59.62%, while the female literacy rate is 50.13%.