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
As per Census 2011, Gola Dhola village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 133 males and 114 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gola Dhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 133 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 247, including 133 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Gola Dhola?
There are 44 households in Gola Dhola.
What is the literacy rate in Gola Dhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gola Dhola is 58.30%. Male literacy is 63.91% and female literacy is 51.75%.