Gujarat Golden Village: Unique Story of Golden Village.

Rafla village located in Amreli district of Gujarat remains a topic of discussion across the country today. People know it by the name of “Golden Village”, and this name is not only symbolic, but it is going to show its merits. The system makes it different from the common villages, which makes it different from the common villages, with the clean streets of the village, the best basic facilities, greenery and technology. Rafla not only creates the definition of an ideal village, but it has become a model that people are taking inspiration to improve their villages.

The biggest quality here is- systematic infrastructure and conscious citizens. There is a net of paved roads in the village, facilities like cement benches, clean streets and dustbin are seen in front of the houses. There is a toilet system in almost every house of the village and the habit of open defecation is completely over. People here give priority to cleanliness and this is clearly visible in their everyday life.

Rafla village has also become an example in terms of education and digital literacy. There are modern schools in the village where digital classroom facilities are available. Along with children, elderly and women have also become familiar with computer education. People have adopted the government’s schemes properly and the Gram Panchayat has brought those schemes to the ground level. Apart from this, there is also a reading room in the village, where children and youth study.

Self -sufficiency is also reflected in the economy of Rafla village. Many houses here have solar panels, which has reduced the dependence of electricity. Modern techniques like rainwater harvesting and drip irrigation have been adopted for water conservation. Farmers here are moving towards traditional farming as well as organic farming, due to which not only the environment is safe but also keeps health better. Another special thing is the social fabric of the village. Here, people rise above caste and stone and live together with each other. Collective decisions, participation in gram sabhas and activism of youth show the democratic form of the village. Women are also self -sufficient and are doing many types of employment through self -help groups.