Dholan
Dholan is a village 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.
Dholan has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dholan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholan is 033773. The village spans a total geographical area of 596 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142026. Jagraon is nearest town to Dholan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dholan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dholan
Population of Dholan
Below is a concise population overview of Dholan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 4,736 | 2,451 | 2,285 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 270 | 242 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,841 | 952 | 889 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,471 | 1,888 | 1,583 |
Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 563 | 702 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dholan village:
- The total population of Dholan village is around 4,736, including approximately 2,451 males and 2,285 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 512 children aged 0–6 years in Dholan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dholan village has 1,841 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dholan village is about 73.29%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 69.28%.
- There are around 937 households in Dholan village.
Connectivity of Dholan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholan. As per the 2011 stats, Dholan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholan.
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%.