Dholeta - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Dholeta is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Dhuleta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholeta is 030194. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.28 hectares and falls under the 144418 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Dholeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholeta
As per Census 2011, Dholeta village has a total population of 3,008 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,472 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,154 literate and 854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,008 | 1,536 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 147 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,719 | 882 | 837 |
| Literate Population | 2,154 | 1,168 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 368 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Dholeta
Dholeta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phalpota | South | 2.04 km |
| Bara Pind | West | 2.26 km |
| Samrari | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Lohgarh | East | 3.26 km |
| Chak Desraj | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Takhan Muzara | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Kang Jagir | South | 3.43 km |
| Anihar | North | 4.01 km |
| Mansurpur | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Jaja Khurd | South-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholeta
Public transport in the Dholeta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goraya, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Dholeta is about 40 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 Dholeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholeta
Where is Dholeta located?
Dholeta village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholeta is Dhuleta.
What is the pincode of Dholeta?
The pincode of Dholeta is 144418.
What is the population of Dholeta?
Dholeta has a total population of 3,008, including 1,536 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Dholeta?
There are 664 households in Dholeta.
What is the literacy rate in Dholeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholeta is 71.61%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 66.98%.