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Dholpur district
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Dholpur
Smallest Rajasthan district on the Chambal boundary
Last verified: 2026-05-06
Dholpur is the smallest district of Rajasthan, with an area of 3,034 square kilometres. It became a separate district in 1982 after being carved out of Bharatpur district. The district is promoted by Rajasthan Tourism as the land of the red stone.
District at a Glance
| Area | Dholpur is the smallest district of Rajasthan, with an area of 3,034 square kilometres. |
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| Population | According to Census 2011, Dholpur district had a population of 1,206,516. |
| Headquarters | Dholpur town is the district headquarters of Dholpur district. |
| Population density | Dholpur district's 2011 population density was 398 inhabitants per square kilometre. |
| Literacy rate | Dholpur district's Census 2011 literacy rate was 69.08 percent. |
| Sex ratio | Dholpur district's Census 2011 sex ratio was 846 females for every 1,000 males. |
District Administration
Current officeholders — sourced from public records.
Additional District Magistrate
Sudarshan Singh Tomar
Dholpur district
Superintendent of Police
Vikas Sangwan
Dholpur district
Inspector General of Police
Kailash Chandra Bishnoi
Bharatpur Range
District and Sessions Judge
Sanjeev Mago
Dholpur Judgeship
Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha)
Bhajan Lal Jatav
Karauli-Dholpur
Indian National Congress
Member of Legislative Assembly
Rohit Bohra
Rajakhera
Indian National Congress
Member of Legislative Assembly
Sanjay Kumar
Baseri (SC)
Indian National Congress
Member of Legislative Assembly
Shobharani Kushwah
Dholpur
Indian National Congress
Member of Legislative Assembly
Jaswant Singh Gurjar
Bari
Bahujan Samaj Party
History — Ancient → Medieval → Modern
District Formation
Dholpur became a separate district in 1982 after being carved out of Bharatpur district.
Formation Date
The e-Courts district history records that Dholpur was carved out from the erstwhile Bharatpur district on 15 April 1982.
Princely Capital
Dholpur used to be the seat of the Dholpur princely state before Independence.
Ancient Links
Dholpur's history is traced back to Lord Buddha's time, and it is also linked with the Mauryan empire.
Mauryan Period
Dholpur was once part of the Mauryan Empire.
Chauhan Rule
Around the 8th to 10th centuries, Dholpur was ruled by the Chauhans.
Old Name
Dholpur was initially known as Dhawalpuri, named after Raja Dhawal Deo, also called Dholan Deo Tomar.
Shergarh Fort
Shergarh Fort was reconstructed in 1540 by Sher Shah Suri and named after the Sultan of Delhi.
Art, Culture, Heritage & Tourism
Red Sandstone
Red sandstone from Dholpur was used in the construction of Delhi's Red Fort.
Machkund Show
Machkund's light and sound show is among Rajasthan's first projection-mapping-based light-and-sound shows.
Raj Niwas Palace
Dholpur City Palace, also known as Raj Niwas Palace, is a red-sandstone structure.
Royal Stepwell
Dholpur's royal stepwell was constructed between 1873 and 1880 behind the Nihaleshwar temple.
Nihal Tower
Nihal Tower was started by Raja Nihal Singh in 1880 and completed around 1910 by Raja Ram Singh.
Geography, Climate & Ecology
Location Coordinates
Dholpur is situated in the eastern part of Rajasthan at 26°42'0" North latitude and 77°54'0" East longitude.
District Boundaries
Dholpur district is bounded by Uttar Pradesh on the east and northeast, Bharatpur district to the northwest, Karauli district to the west, and the Chambal/Madhya Pradesh side to the south; Agra lies to the northeast and Morena to the south.
Chambal Boundary
The Chambal River forms the southern boundary of Dholpur district, with Madhya Pradesh across the river.
Major Rivers
Chambal, Parvati and Gambhiri are the major rivers in Dholpur district.
Semi-arid Climate
The district's climate is classified as semi-arid, with very hot dry summers and very cold winters.
Annual Rainfall
CGWB's district aquifer report gives Dholpur's mean annual rainfall for 2001-2011 as 563.94 mm.
River Basins
Dholpur district is covered by the Parbati, Chambal and Gambhiri river basins, with most area under the Gambhir and Parbati sub-basins.
Economy — Sectors, Industry, Energy
Agrarian Economy
The district court history page states that Dholpur district's economy is primarily agricultural.
Stone Minerals
Dholpur's mineral wealth includes sandstone and limestone.
Mining Leases
The MSME industrial profile reported 87 mining leases existing in Dholpur district.
Textile Units
The MSME industrial profile lists 207 textile/handloom units in Dholpur.
Agro Processing
Rajasthan Foundation lists Dholpur's agro-based economic-potential activities including dal papad, poha, dal processing and masala grinding.
Political & Administrative Setup
Division Link
Dholpur district is part of the Bharatpur Divisional Commissionerate.
Administrative Divisions
District Court Dholpur says the district is administratively divided into four subdivisions and six tehsils.
Tehsil Network
Dholpur district has six tehsils: Dholpur, Rajakhera, Bari, Baseri, Sarmathura and Saipau.
Assembly Seats
The Rajasthan Election Department map lists four assembly constituencies in Dholpur district: Baseri (SC), Bari, Dholpur and Rajakhera.
Governance Initiatives & Schemes (2025-26)
Tap Water Goal
Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide Functional Household Tap Connection to every rural household by 2024.
Universal Supply
A PIB release states that Jal Jeevan Mission follows a universal approach aiming to provide tap water supply to all rural households.
Sanitation Management
Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen Phase II aims to sustain ODF status and introduce solid and liquid waste management across rural India.
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Test yourself — 10 questions
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Question 1 of 10
Which river forms the southern boundary of Dholpur district?
Frequently asked questions
What is Dholpur known for?
Dholpur is known for Chambal Bharka, or sand-made mountains.
What is the regional language of Dholpur?
The regional language of Dholpur is Braj Bhasha, with influences of Bundelkhandi and Khadi Bhasha.
Which Dholpur temple is listed as a popular tourist attraction?
Machkund Temple is listed by the District Court page among Dholpur's popular tourist attractions.
What wildlife is associated with Ramsagar Sanctuary?
Ramsagar Sanctuary is centred on Ramsagar Lake and is associated with aquatic life such as freshwater crocodiles, fishes and snakes.
Where is Talab-e-Shahi located?
Talab-e-Shahi is a lake 27 km from Dholpur and 5 km from Bari.