Dhulka
Dhulka is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Sangatpura is the gram panchayat of Dhulka village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhulka unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Dhulka’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 Dhulka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhulka is 037724. The village spans a total geographical area of 646 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143111. Rayya is nearest town to Dhulka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhulka
Population of Dhulka
According to the 2011 Census, Dhulka has a total population of about 3,740, with approximately 1,887 males and 1,853 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 409 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.52%, with male literacy at about 70.22% and female literacy near 62.76%. There are around 736 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhulka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,740 | 1,887 | 1,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 215 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,265 | 616 | 649 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,488 | 1,325 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 562 | 690 |
Connectivity of Dhulka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhulka. As per the 2011 stats, Dhulka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhulka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhulka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhulka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhulka
- Where is Dhulka located?
- Dhulka village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhulka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhulka is Sangatpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhulka?
- The pincode of Dhulka is 143111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhulka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhulka is 3,740, with 1,887 males and 1,853 females.
- How many households are there in Dhulka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhulka village has a total of 736 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhulka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhulka is 66.52%. The male literacy rate is 70.22%, while the female literacy rate is 62.76%.