Palol - Sojitra, Anand
Palol is a village situated in the Sojitra taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojitra and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Palol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palol is 516868. The village covers a total geographical area of 733.6 hectares and falls under the 387240 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Palol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palol
As per Census 2011, Palol village has a total population of 2,663 people, consisting of 1,382 males and 1,281 females. The village has 569 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,015 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,663 | 1,382 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 177 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,137 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 245 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Palol
Palol 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 Palol
Palol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sojitra to Palol is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Palol 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 Palol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palol 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 Palol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palol
Where is Palol located?
Palol village is located in Sojitra Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palol?
Palol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palol?
The pincode of Palol is 387240.
What is the population of Palol?
Palol has a total population of 2,663, including 1,382 males and 1,281 females.
How many households are there in Palol?
There are 569 households in Palol.
What is the literacy rate in Palol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palol is 75.67%. Male literacy is 82.27% and female literacy is 68.54%.