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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Virnora village had a total population of 1,386 people, including 685 males and 701 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.61%, with male literacy at 93.74% and female literacy at 81.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 1,386 | 685 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 78 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 33 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Virnora?
The Village Panchayat of Virnora is Virnoda.
What is the pincode of Virnora?
The pincode of Virnora is 403512.
What is the population of Virnora?
Virnora had a total population of 1,386, including 685 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Virnora?
Virnora had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virnora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virnora was 87.61%. Male literacy was 93.74% and female literacy was 81.54%.