Ol - Wankaner, Morbi
Ol is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Wankaner and around 75 km from Rajkot. Ol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ol is 512764. The village covers a total geographical area of 1408.47 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ol
According to the 2011 Census, Ol village had a total population of 1,985 people, including 1,027 males and 958 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.14%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 51.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,985 | 1,027 | 958 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 238 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 589 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 438 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Ol
Ol 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 Ol
Ol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Ol is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Ol is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ol
Where is Ol located?
Ol village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ol?
Ol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ol?
The pincode of Ol is 363621.
What is the population of Ol?
Ol had a total population of 1,985, including 1,027 males and 958 females.
How many households are there in Ol?
Ol had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ol was 63.14%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 51.48%.