Ratola - Mangrol, Surat
Ratola is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Ratola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratola is 523871. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.53 hectares and falls under the 394430 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ratola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratola
According to the 2011 Census, Ratola village had a total population of 1,059 people, including 540 males and 519 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.81%, with male literacy at 65.30% and female literacy at 54.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,058.
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 | 1,059 | 540 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,058 | 540 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 318 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 222 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Ratola
Ratola 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 Ratola
Public transport in the Ratola is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kosamba to Ratola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Ratola is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratola 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 Ratola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratola 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 Ratola
Where is Ratola located?
Ratola village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratola?
Ratola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratola?
The pincode of Ratola is 394430.
What is the population of Ratola?
Ratola had a total population of 1,059, including 540 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Ratola?
Ratola had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratola was 59.81%. Male literacy was 65.30% and female literacy was 54.14%.