Gola Dhola - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Gola Dhola is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Golla Dholla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gola Dhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gola Dhola is 028974. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Gola Dhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gola Dhola
According to the 2011 Census, Gola Dhola village had a total population of 247 people, including 133 males and 114 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.45%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 57.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 247 | 133 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 85 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 48 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Gola Dhola
Gola Dhola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunia | West | 1.54 km |
| Thetharkey | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Rattar Chhattar | South | 1.96 km |
| Gurchak | West | 2.79 km |
| Talwandi Hindua | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Mangian | South | 3.65 km |
| Shehzada | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Jaurian Khurd | East | 3.96 km |
| Megha | South | 4.02 km |
| Verokey | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gola Dhola
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Gola Dhola. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Gola Dhola is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gola Dhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gola Dhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gola Dhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gola Dhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gola Dhola
Where is Gola Dhola located?
Gola Dhola village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gola Dhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gola Dhola is Golla Dholla.
What is the pincode of Gola Dhola?
The pincode of Gola Dhola is 143604.
What is the population of Gola Dhola?
Gola Dhola had a total population of 247, including 133 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Gola Dhola?
Gola Dhola had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gola Dhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gola Dhola was 65.45%. Male literacy was 72.65% and female literacy was 57.28%.