Dheekola Village - Shahpura, Bhilwara
Dheekola is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Dhikola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheekola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheekola is 094989. The village covers a total geographical area of 2716 hectares and falls under the 311404 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dheekola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dheekola
As per Census 2011, Dheekola village has a total population of 4,191 people, consisting of 2,089 males and 2,102 females. The village has 877 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,778 literate and 2,413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheekola are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,191 | 2,089 | 2,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 336 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,454 | 737 | 717 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,778 | 1,147 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,413 | 942 | 1,471 |
Nearby Villages of Dheekola
Dheekola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ragaspuriya | East | 2.69 km |
| Bheemnagar | East | 3.37 km |
| Nogawan | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Baresara | North | 3.87 km |
| Khera Rajpura @ Suratsingh Ka Khera | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Taswariya Khurd | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Raghurajpura | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Ummednagar | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Itmariya | West | 4.60 km |
| Chalaniya | South-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dheekola
Dheekola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lambiya, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| 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 Shahpura to Dheekola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Dheekola is about 35 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 Dheekola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheekola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dheekola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheekola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dheekola
Where is Dheekola located?
Dheekola village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheekola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheekola is Dhikola.
What is the pincode of Dheekola?
The pincode of Dheekola is 311404.
What is the population of Dheekola?
Dheekola has a total population of 4,191, including 2,089 males and 2,102 females.
How many households are there in Dheekola?
There are 877 households in Dheekola.
What is the literacy rate in Dheekola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheekola is 42.42%. Male literacy is 54.91% and female literacy is 30.02%.