Doldam - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Doldam is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from Resubelpara and around 88 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doldam is 274556. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Doldam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Resubelpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doldam
According to the 2011 Census, Doldam village had a total population of 270 people, including 140 males and 130 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
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 | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 45 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Doldam
Doldam 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 Doldam
Doldam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Williamnagar to Doldam is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doldam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doldam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doldam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doldam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doldam
Where is Doldam located?
Doldam village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Doldam?
The pincode of Doldam is 794005.
What is the population of Doldam?
Doldam had a total population of 270, including 140 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Doldam?
Doldam had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doldam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doldam was 80.36%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 80.95%.