Lolada - Shankheshvar, Patan
Lolada is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Sami and around 69 km from Patan. Lolada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lolada is 509036. The village covers a total geographical area of 4386.93 hectares and falls under the 384241 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lolada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lolada
According to the 2011 Census, Lolada village had a total population of 4,387 people, including 2,246 males and 2,141 females, living in 875 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.08%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 47.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 758, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 4,387 | 2,246 | 2,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 302 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 399 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,297 | 1,405 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,090 | 841 | 1,249 |
Nearby Villages of Lolada
Lolada 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 Lolada
Public transport in the Lolada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Harij to Lolada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Lolada is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lolada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lolada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lolada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lolada 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 Lolada
Where is Lolada located?
Lolada village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lolada?
Lolada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lolada?
The pincode of Lolada is 384241.
What is the population of Lolada?
Lolada had a total population of 4,387, including 2,246 males and 2,141 females.
How many households are there in Lolada?
Lolada had 875 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lolada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lolada was 60.08%. Male literacy was 72.27% and female literacy was 47.47%.