Dholia
Dholia is a village located in Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Parajang (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Bam is the gram panchayat of Dholia village.
Dholia has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dholia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholia is 402196. The village spans a total geographical area of 559 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759028. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Dholia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dholia 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 Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dholia
Population of Dholia
Below is a concise population overview of Dholia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 322 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 160 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 162 | 192 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dholia village:
- The total population of Dholia village is around 621, including approximately 322 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Dholia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dholia village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 300 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dholia village is about 43.00%, with male literacy at 49.69% and female literacy at 35.79%.
- There are around 134 households in Dholia village.
Connectivity of Dholia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholia. As per the 2011 stats, Dholia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholia
- Where is Dholia located?
- Dholia village is situated in Parajang Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dholia is Bam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dholia?
- The pincode of Dholia is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholia is 621, with 322 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Dholia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholia village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholia is 43.00%. The male literacy rate is 49.69%, while the female literacy rate is 35.79%.