Dhola Ka Khera - Malpura, Tonk
Dhola Ka Khera is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Dholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhola Ka Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhola Ka Khera is 092595. The village covers a total geographical area of 919 hectares and falls under the 304504 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhola Ka Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhola Ka Khera
As per Census 2011, Dhola Ka Khera village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 672 males and 644 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 700 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhola Ka Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 672 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 474 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 198 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Dhola Ka Khera
Dhola Ka Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amli Sookh | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Bhagwan Pura | South | 2.24 km |
| Dholi | North | 2.89 km |
| Bheepur | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Chabrana | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Lawa | East | 5.16 km |
| Kadeela | South | 5.17 km |
| Gopalpura | North | 5.99 km |
| Chand Sen | West | 6.08 km |
| Bhairunpura | North-East | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhola Ka Khera
Dhola Ka Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bansthali Niwai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Malpura to Dhola Ka Khera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Dhola Ka Khera is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhola Ka Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhola Ka Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhola Ka Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhola Ka Khera 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 Dhola Ka Khera
Where is Dhola Ka Khera located?
Dhola Ka Khera village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhola Ka Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhola Ka Khera is Dholi.
What is the pincode of Dhola Ka Khera?
The pincode of Dhola Ka Khera is 304504.
What is the population of Dhola Ka Khera?
Dhola Ka Khera has a total population of 1,316, including 672 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Dhola Ka Khera?
There are 282 households in Dhola Ka Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Dhola Ka Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhola Ka Khera is 53.19%. Male literacy is 70.54% and female literacy is 35.09%.