Dholowal
Dholowal is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dholowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dholowal unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur 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 030833. The village spans a total geographical area of 70 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144207. Dasua 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 492, with approximately 263 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 205 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 74.39%, with male literacy at about 75.29% and female literacy near 73.36%. There are around 106 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 | 492 | 263 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 33 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 114 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 65 | 61 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur 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 144207, 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 492, with 263 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Dholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholowal village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholowal is 74.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.29%, while the female literacy rate is 73.36%.