Nortol - Kheralu, Mahesana
Nortol is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Nortol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nortol is 509227. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.23 hectares and falls under the 384130 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nortol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nortol
As per Census 2011, Nortol village has a total population of 2,188 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,054 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,258 literate and 930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nortol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,188 | 1,134 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 171 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 783 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 351 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Nortol
Nortol 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 Nortol
Public transport in the Nortol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nortol.
| 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 Kheralu to Nortol is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Nortol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nortol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nortol 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nortol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nortol 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 Nortol
Where is Nortol located?
Nortol village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nortol?
Nortol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nortol?
The pincode of Nortol is 384130.
What is the population of Nortol?
Nortol has a total population of 2,188, including 1,134 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Nortol?
There are 429 households in Nortol.
What is the literacy rate in Nortol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nortol is 57.50%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 45.07%.