Dhandholi - Deoli, Tonk
Dhandholi is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Polyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandholi is 093335. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 304803 pincode. Deoli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhandholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhandholi
As per Census 2011, Dhandholi village has a total population of 723 people, consisting of 366 males and 357 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 690 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 723 | 366 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 349 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 253 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 113 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandholi
Dhandholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Polyara | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Mundiya Khurd | North | 2.02 km |
| Lakolai | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Niwariya | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Kushalpura | West | 2.61 km |
| Devikhera | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Santhali | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Shree Nagar | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Polyari | South | 4.00 km |
| Sirohi | South-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhandholi
Dhandholi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bundi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 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 Deoli to Dhandholi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Dhandholi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhandholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandholi 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 Dhandholi
Where is Dhandholi located?
Dhandholi village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandholi is Polyara.
What is the pincode of Dhandholi?
The pincode of Dhandholi is 304803.
What is the population of Dhandholi?
Dhandholi has a total population of 723, including 366 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Dhandholi?
There are 139 households in Dhandholi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandholi is 55.74%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 42.02%.