Dholan
About Dholan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dholan village is 033773. Dholan village is located in Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jagraon (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dholan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 596 hectares. Dholan has a total population of 4,736 peoples, out of which male population is 2,451 while female population is 2,285. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 932 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dholan village is 73.29% out of which 77.03% males and 69.28% females are literate. There are about 937 houses in dholan village. Pincode of dholan village locality is 142026.
When it comes to administration, Dholan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dholan village comes under Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Jagraon is nearest town to dholan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dholan
The population details of Dholan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,736 | 2,451 | 2,285 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 512 | 270 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,841 | 952 | 889 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,471 | 1,888 | 1,583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 563 | 702 |
Connectivity of Dholan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dholan
Where is Dholan located?
Dholan village is situated in Jagraon Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholan?
Dholan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dholan?
The pincode of Dholan is 142026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dholan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholan is 4,736, with 2,451 males and 2,285 females.
How many households are there in Dholan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dholan village has a total of 937 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholan is 73.29%. The male literacy rate is 77.03%, while the female literacy rate is 69.28%.