Rodhel - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Rodhel is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Roghel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rodhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rodhel is 513309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1191.3 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rodhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rodhel
As per Census 2011, Rodhel village has a total population of 1,709 people, consisting of 889 males and 820 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,228 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rodhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,709 | 889 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 228 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 687 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 202 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Rodhel
Rodhel 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 Rodhel
Rodhel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rodhel.
| 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 Gondal to Rodhel is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Rodhel is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rodhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rodhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rodhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rodhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rodhel
Where is Rodhel located?
Rodhel village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rodhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Rodhel is Roghel.
What is the pincode of Rodhel?
The pincode of Rodhel is 360410.
What is the population of Rodhel?
Rodhel has a total population of 1,709, including 889 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Rodhel?
There are 366 households in Rodhel.
What is the literacy rate in Rodhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rodhel is 71.85%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 65.98%.