Ratol - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Ratol is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ratol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratol is 516745. The village covers a total geographical area of 1041.9 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ratol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratol
As per Census 2011, Ratol village has a total population of 3,866 people, consisting of 1,963 males and 1,903 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,134 literate and 1,732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,866 | 1,963 | 1,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 287 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 132 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 2,134 | 1,290 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,732 | 673 | 1,059 |
Nearby Villages of Ratol
Ratol 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 Ratol
Ratol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ratol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Ratol is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ratol 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 Ratol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratol 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ratol
Where is Ratol located?
Ratol village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratol?
Ratol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratol?
The pincode of Ratol is 364290.
What is the population of Ratol?
Ratol has a total population of 3,866, including 1,963 males and 1,903 females.
How many households are there in Ratol?
There are 585 households in Ratol.
What is the literacy rate in Ratol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratol is 55.20%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 44.35%.