Dholkiya
Dholkiya is a village located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Kartiya is the gram panchayat of Dholkiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Dholkiya unique in its vibrant Chohtan-Barmer region. You’ll see Dholkiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dholkiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholkiya is 088993. The village spans a total geographical area of 1001.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344704. Barmer is nearest town to Dholkiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 115km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dholkiya 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 Chohtan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dholkiya
Population of Dholkiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dholkiya has a total population of about 1,523, with approximately 803 males and 720 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 351. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.21%, with male literacy at about 42.59% and female literacy near 24.86%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholkiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,523 | 803 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 171 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 185 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 342 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 461 | 541 |
Connectivity of Dholkiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholkiya. As per the 2011 stats, Dholkiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholkiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholkiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholkiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholkiya
- Where is Dholkiya located?
- Dholkiya village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholkiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dholkiya is Kartiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dholkiya?
- The pincode of Dholkiya is 344704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholkiya is 1,523, with 803 males and 720 females.
- How many households are there in Dholkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholkiya village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholkiya is 34.21%. The male literacy rate is 42.59%, while the female literacy rate is 24.86%.