Hanol - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Hanol is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Hanol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanol is 516476. The village covers a total geographical area of 1052.21 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hanol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanol
As per Census 2011, Hanol village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,322 males and 1,371 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,713 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,322 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 177 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,713 | 953 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 369 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Hanol
Hanol 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 Hanol
Hanol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hanol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Palitana to Hanol is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Hanol is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanol 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 Hanol
Where is Hanol located?
Hanol village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanol?
Hanol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanol?
The pincode of Hanol is 364270.
What is the population of Hanol?
Hanol has a total population of 2,693, including 1,322 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Hanol?
There are 518 households in Hanol.
What is the literacy rate in Hanol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanol is 63.61%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 55.43%.