Dholewal - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Dholewal is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Dholanwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholewal is 033413. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 141127 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Dholewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dholewal village had a total population of 1,914 people, including 1,040 males and 874 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.73%, with male literacy at 70.36% and female literacy at 56.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,241.
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 | 1,914 | 1,040 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 146 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,241 | 671 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 629 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 411 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Dholewal
Dholewal 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 Dholewal
Public transport in the Dholewal 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 Ludhiana to Dholewal is about 19 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 Dholewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholewal
Where is Dholewal located?
Dholewal village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dholewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholewal is Dholanwal.
What is the pincode of Dholewal?
The pincode of Dholewal is 141127.
What is the population of Dholewal?
Dholewal had a total population of 1,914, including 1,040 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Dholewal?
Dholewal had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholewal was 63.73%. Male literacy was 70.36% and female literacy was 56.01%.