Dholkana
Dholkana is a village located in Raiboga tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Raiboga (tehsildar office) and 121km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Raiboga is the gram panchayat of Dholkana village.
Here you can discover what makes Dholkana unique in its vibrant Raiboga-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Dholkana’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 Dholkana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholkana is 384269. The village spans a total geographical area of 478 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770033. Biramitrapur is nearest town to Dholkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Dholkana
Population of Dholkana
According to the 2011 Census, Dholkana has a total population of about 240, with approximately 132 males and 108 females. The sex ratio is around 818 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 236. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.25%, with male literacy at about 68.18% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholkana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 132 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 130 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 90 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 42 | 51 |
Connectivity of Dholkana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholkana. As per the 2011 stats, Dholkana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholkana
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholkana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholkana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholkana
- Where is Dholkana located?
- Dholkana village is situated in Raiboga Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholkana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dholkana is Raiboga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dholkana?
- The pincode of Dholkana is 770033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholkana is 240, with 132 males and 108 females.
- How many households are there in Dholkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholkana village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholkana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholkana is 61.25%. The male literacy rate is 68.18%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.