Rola - Meghraj, Arvalli
Rola is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Meghraj and around 75 km from Himatnagar. Lalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rola is 510387. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.86 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rola 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 Rola
According to the 2011 Census, Rola village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 547 males and 549 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 58.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 659.
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 | 1,096 | 547 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 659 | 338 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 380 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 167 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Rola
Rola 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 Rola
Public transport in the Rola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Meghraj to Rola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Rola 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 Rola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rola
Where is Rola located?
Rola village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rola?
The Gram Panchayat of Rola is Lalpur.
What is the pincode of Rola?
The pincode of Rola is 383350.
What is the population of Rola?
Rola had a total population of 1,096, including 547 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Rola?
Rola had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rola was 70.06%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 58.58%.