Zarola - Borsad, Anand
Zarola is a village situated in the Borsad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borsad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Jharola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zarola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zarola is 517096. The village covers a total geographical area of 1124.32 hectares and falls under the 388590 pincode. Borsad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Zarola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borsad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zarola
As per Census 2011, Zarola village has a total population of 5,323 people, consisting of 2,815 males and 2,508 females. The village has 1,169 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 618 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,899 literate and 1,424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zarola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,323 | 2,815 | 2,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 348 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 217 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,899 | 2,214 | 1,685 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,424 | 601 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Zarola
Zarola 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 Zarola
Zarola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borsad to Zarola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Zarola is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zarola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zarola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zarola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zarola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zarola
Where is Zarola located?
Zarola village is located in Borsad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zarola?
The Gram Panchayat of Zarola is Jharola.
What is the pincode of Zarola?
The pincode of Zarola is 388590.
What is the population of Zarola?
Zarola has a total population of 5,323, including 2,815 males and 2,508 females.
How many households are there in Zarola?
There are 1,169 households in Zarola.
What is the literacy rate in Zarola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zarola is 73.25%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 67.19%.