Dahlod - Niwai, Tonk
Dahlod is a village situated in the Niwai tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Dahlod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahlod is 092916. The village covers a total geographical area of 1108.25 hectares and falls under the 304025 pincode. Niwai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dahlod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahlod
As per Census 2011, Dahlod village has a total population of 1,766 people, consisting of 910 males and 856 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahlod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,766 | 910 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 126 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 589 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 321 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Dahlod
Dahlod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishorpura | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Ganeshpura @ Hathathali | East | 2.19 km |
| Shyopura | West | 2.38 km |
| Dayalpura | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Gordhanpura | North | 3.01 km |
| Lalwari | South | 3.02 km |
| Lunera | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Rachakpura | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Baradi | West | 3.95 km |
| Chimanpura | North | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahlod
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dahlod. The nearest railway station is Bansthali Niwai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Niwai to Dahlod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Dahlod is about 50 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 Dahlod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahlod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahlod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahlod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahlod
Where is Dahlod located?
Dahlod village is located in Niwai Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahlod?
Dahlod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahlod?
The pincode of Dahlod is 304025.
What is the population of Dahlod?
Dahlod has a total population of 1,766, including 910 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Dahlod?
There are 295 households in Dahlod.
What is the literacy rate in Dahlod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahlod is 48.87%. Male literacy is 64.73% and female literacy is 32.01%.