Kunol - Meghraj, Arvalli
Kunol is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Meghraj and around 75 km from Himatnagar. Kunol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunol is 510364. The village covers a total geographical area of 2657 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kunol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunol
As per Census 2011, Kunol village has a total population of 5,706 people, consisting of 2,870 males and 2,836 females. The village has 1,080 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 780 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,743 literate and 1,963 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,570 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,706 | 2,870 | 2,836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 780 | 399 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 231 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,570 | 1,277 | 1,293 |
| Literate Population | 3,743 | 2,210 | 1,533 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,963 | 660 | 1,303 |
Nearby Villages of Kunol
Kunol 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 Kunol
Public transport in the Kunol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Kunol is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Kunol is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kunol
Where is Kunol located?
Kunol village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunol?
Kunol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunol?
The pincode of Kunol is 383350.
What is the population of Kunol?
Kunol has a total population of 5,706, including 2,870 males and 2,836 females.
How many households are there in Kunol?
There are 1,080 households in Kunol.
What is the literacy rate in Kunol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunol is 65.60%. Male literacy is 77.00% and female literacy is 54.06%.