Dholkat
Dholkat is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dholkat village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sapdhara is the gram panchayat of Dholkat village.
Here you can discover what makes Dholkat unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dholkat’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 Dholkat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholkat is 339858. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Dholkat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Dholkat village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Dholkat
Population of Dholkat
According to the 2011 Census, Dholkat has a total population of about 328, with approximately 165 males and 163 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.23%, with male literacy at about 57.58% and female literacy near 58.90%. There are around 76 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dholkat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 165 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 70 | 67 |
Connectivity of Dholkat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholkat. As per the 2011 stats, Dholkat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholkat
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholkat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholkat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholkat
- Where is Dholkat located?
- Dholkat village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholkat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dholkat is Sapdhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dholkat?
- The pincode of Dholkat is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholkat is 328, with 165 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Dholkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholkat village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholkat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholkat is 58.23%. The male literacy rate is 57.58%, while the female literacy rate is 58.90%.