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
As per Census 2011, Randola village has a total population of 2,845 people, consisting of 1,405 males and 1,440 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,680 literate and 1,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randola are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,845, including 1,405 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Randola?
There are 533 households in Randola.
What is the literacy rate in Randola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randola is 59.05%. Male literacy is 69.25% and female literacy is 49.10%.