Virochannagar - Sanand, Ahmedabad
Virochannagar is a village situated in the Sanand taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Sanand and around 40 km from Ahmadabad. Virochannagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virochannagar is 511563. The village covers a total geographical area of 4051.39 hectares and falls under the 382170 pincode. Sanand is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Virochannagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanand Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virochannagar
According to the 2011 Census, Virochannagar village had a total population of 7,081 people, including 3,647 males and 3,434 females, living in 1,371 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.08%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 48.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 396.
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 | 7,081 | 3,647 | 3,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,059 | 545 | 514 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 201 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,919 | 2,511 | 1,408 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,162 | 1,136 | 2,026 |
Nearby Villages of Virochannagar
Virochannagar 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 Virochannagar
Virochannagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanand to Virochannagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Virochannagar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virochannagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virochannagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virochannagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virochannagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virochannagar
Where is Virochannagar located?
Virochannagar village is located in Sanand Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virochannagar?
Virochannagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virochannagar?
The pincode of Virochannagar is 382170.
What is the population of Virochannagar?
Virochannagar had a total population of 7,081, including 3,647 males and 3,434 females.
How many households are there in Virochannagar?
Virochannagar had 1,371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virochannagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virochannagar was 65.08%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 48.22%.