Dholron - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Dholron is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dohlron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholron village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholron is 031866. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Dholron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholron
As per Census 2011, Dholron village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 131 males and 133 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholron are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 22 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dholron
Dholron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haveli | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Malwandi | North | 1.89 km |
| Langeri | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Mugowal | East | 2.28 km |
| Tuto Mazara | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Dadewal | South | 2.48 km |
| Pathrala | West | 2.60 km |
| Haluwal | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Ladhewal | North | 2.65 km |
| Phagon | North-West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholron
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dholron. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dholron is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dholron
Where is Dholron located?
Dholron village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholron?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholron is Dohlron.
What is the pincode of Dholron?
The pincode of Dholron is 144527.
What is the population of Dholron?
Dholron has a total population of 264, including 131 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Dholron?
There are 67 households in Dholron.
What is the literacy rate in Dholron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholron is 78.03%. Male literacy is 83.21% and female literacy is 72.93%.