Dholewal
Dholewal is a village located in Khamanon tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Khamanon (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Dholewal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dholewal unique in its vibrant Khamanon-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Dholewal’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 Dholewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholewal is 032915. The village spans a total geographical area of 244 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141411. Khamanon is nearest town to Dholewal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dholewal
Population of Dholewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dholewal has a total population of about 916, with approximately 475 males and 441 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 275 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 73.58%, with male literacy at about 74.32% and female literacy near 72.79%. There are around 183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 475 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 136 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 674 | 353 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 122 | 120 |
Connectivity of Dholewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholewal. As per the 2011 stats, Dholewal 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 Dholewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholewal
- Where is Dholewal located?
- Dholewal village is situated in Khamanon Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholewal?
- Dholewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dholewal?
- The pincode of Dholewal is 141411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholewal is 916, with 475 males and 441 females.
- How many households are there in Dholewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholewal village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholewal is 73.58%. The male literacy rate is 74.32%, while the female literacy rate is 72.79%.