Dholkata
About Dholkata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dholkata village is 330884. Dholkata village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.6km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 26.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Lakhanpur is the gram panchayat of Dholkata village.
The total geographical area of village is 137.28 hectares. Dholkata has a total population of 1,289 peoples, out of which male population is 652 while female population is 637. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 976 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dholkata village is 45.62% out of which 57.67% males and 33.28% females are literate. There are about 247 houses in dholkata village. Pincode of dholkata village locality is 723101.
When it comes to administration, Dholkata village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dholkata village comes under Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to dholkata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Dholkata
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,289 | 652 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 376 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 276 | 425 |
Connectivity of Dholkata
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dholkata
Where is Dholkata located?
Dholkata village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholkata is Lakhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dholkata?
The pincode of Dholkata is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dholkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholkata is 1,289, with 652 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Dholkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dholkata village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholkata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholkata is 45.62%. The male literacy rate is 57.67%, while the female literacy rate is 33.28%.