Ganol - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Ganol is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Dholka and around 70 km from Ahmadabad. Ganol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganol is 511742. The village covers a total geographical area of 1309.12 hectares and falls under the 382265 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ganol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganol
According to the 2011 Census, Ganol village had a total population of 1,719 people, including 900 males and 819 females, living in 336 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.66%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 900 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 118 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 165 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 690 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 210 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Ganol
Ganol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ganol
Ganol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ganol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dholka to Ganol is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Ganol is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganol 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganol
Where is Ganol located?
Ganol village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganol?
Ganol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganol?
The pincode of Ganol is 382265.
What is the population of Ganol?
Ganol had a total population of 1,719, including 900 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Ganol?
Ganol had 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganol was 76.66%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 63.83%.