Randola - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Randola is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Randola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randola is 516502. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.97 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Randola 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 Randola
According to the 2011 Census, Randola village had a total population of 2,845 people, including 1,405 males and 1,440 females, living in 533 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.63%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 57.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
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 | 2,845 | 1,405 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 187 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 973 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 432 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Randola
Randola 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 Randola
Public transport in the Randola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Randola.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Randola is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Randola is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randola 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 Randola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Randola
Where is Randola located?
Randola village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Randola?
Randola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Randola?
The pincode of Randola is 364240.
What is the population of Randola?
Randola had a total population of 2,845, including 1,405 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Randola?
Randola had 533 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randola was 68.63%. Male literacy was 79.89% and female literacy was 57.48%.