Rola - Jaora, Ratlam
Rola is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Rola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rola is 470092. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.36 hectares and falls under the 457336 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rola
As per Census 2011, Rola village has a total population of 2,052 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 1,013 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,052 | 1,039 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 170 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 85 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 863 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 176 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Rola
Rola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranayara (dewas) | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Sujanpura | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Netawali | East | 2.35 km |
| Manya Khedi | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Jujharpura | South | 3.19 km |
| Richha-gujar | North | 3.25 km |
| Moriya | West | 3.37 km |
| Gondi Dharamsi | East | 3.80 km |
| Kilgari | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Ringnod | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rola
Rola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhodhar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaora to Rola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Rola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rola 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 Rola
Where is Rola located?
Rola village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rola?
Rola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rola?
The pincode of Rola is 457336.
What is the population of Rola?
Rola has a total population of 2,052, including 1,039 males and 1,013 females.
How many households are there in Rola?
There are 420 households in Rola.
What is the literacy rate in Rola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rola is 70.27%. Male literacy is 83.06% and female literacy is 57.16%.