Dholal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Dholal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dhulal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholal is 031325. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Dholal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholal
According to the 2011 Census, Dholal village had a total population of 637 people, including 336 males and 301 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 82.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 637 | 336 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 276 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 60 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Dholal
Dholal 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 Dholal
Dholal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dholal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholal 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 Dholal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholal 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 Dholal
Where is Dholal located?
Dholal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dholal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholal is Dhulal.
What is the pincode of Dholal?
The pincode of Dholal is 144532.
What is the population of Dholal?
Dholal had a total population of 637, including 336 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Dholal?
Dholal had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholal was 87.50%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 82.16%.