Dholowal
Dholowal is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dholowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dholowal unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dholowal’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 Dholowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholowal is 027646. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143531. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Dholowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dholowal
Population of Dholowal
According to the 2011 Census, Dholowal has a total population of about 1,231, with approximately 640 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 705 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 77.90%, with male literacy at about 81.25% and female literacy near 74.28%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 640 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 84 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 705 | 360 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 959 | 520 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 120 | 152 |
Connectivity of Dholowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholowal. As per the 2011 stats, Dholowal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholowal
- Where is Dholowal located?
- Dholowal village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholowal?
- Dholowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dholowal?
- The pincode of Dholowal is 143531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholowal is 1,231, with 640 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Dholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholowal village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholowal is 77.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.25%, while the female literacy rate is 74.28%.