Virnora - Pernem, North Goa
Virnora is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Virnoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virnora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virnora is 626654. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.04 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Virnora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandrem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virnora
As per Census 2011, Virnora village has a total population of 1,386 people, consisting of 685 males and 701 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virnora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,386 | 685 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 78 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 33 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 569 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 116 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Virnora
Virnora 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 Virnora
Virnora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Virnora has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Virnora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virnora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virnora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virnora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virnora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virnora
Where is Virnora located?
Virnora village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virnora?
The Gram Panchayat of Virnora is Virnoda.
What is the pincode of Virnora?
The pincode of Virnora is 403512.
What is the population of Virnora?
Virnora has a total population of 1,386, including 685 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Virnora?
There are 319 households in Virnora.
What is the literacy rate in Virnora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virnora is 77.06%. Male literacy is 83.07% and female literacy is 71.18%.