Dholowal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Dholowal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dholowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholowal is 030833. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 144224 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Dholowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholowal
According to the 2011 Census, Dholowal village had a total population of 492 people, including 263 males and 229 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 86.09% and female literacy at 77.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 492 | 263 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 33 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 114 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 65 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Dholowal
Dholowal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dholowal
Dholowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dholowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dholowal is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholowal
Where is Dholowal located?
Dholowal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholowal?
Dholowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholowal?
The pincode of Dholowal is 144224.
What is the population of Dholowal?
Dholowal had a total population of 492, including 263 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Dholowal?
Dholowal had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholowal was 81.88%. Male literacy was 86.09% and female literacy was 77.42%.