Virdi - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Virdi is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Virdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virdi is 515788. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.99 hectares and falls under the 364525 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Virdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virdi
According to the 2011 Census, Virdi village had a total population of 2,020 people, including 1,023 males and 997 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.65%, with male literacy at 64.59% and female literacy at 46.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 2,020 | 1,023 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 173 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 549 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 474 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Virdi
Virdi 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 Virdi
Public transport in the Virdi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Virdi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Virdi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Virdi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virdi
Where is Virdi located?
Virdi village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virdi?
Virdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virdi?
The pincode of Virdi is 364525.
What is the population of Virdi?
Virdi had a total population of 2,020, including 1,023 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Virdi?
Virdi had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virdi was 55.65%. Male literacy was 64.59% and female literacy was 46.88%.