Virsad - Borsad, Anand
Virsad is a village situated in the Borsad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borsad and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Virsad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virsad is 517092. The village covers a total geographical area of 1304.81 hectares and falls under the 388580 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Virsad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borsad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virsad
As per Census 2011, Virsad village has a total population of 9,340 people, consisting of 4,902 males and 4,438 females. The village has 1,946 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,047 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,561 literate and 2,779 illiterate residents. Additionally, 714 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virsad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,340 | 4,902 | 4,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,047 | 585 | 462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 374 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 6,561 | 3,739 | 2,822 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,779 | 1,163 | 1,616 |
Nearby Villages of Virsad
Virsad 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 Virsad
Virsad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Virsad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlad to Virsad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Virsad is about 22 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 Virsad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virsad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virsad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virsad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virsad
Where is Virsad located?
Virsad village is located in Borsad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virsad?
Virsad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virsad?
The pincode of Virsad is 388580.
What is the population of Virsad?
Virsad has a total population of 9,340, including 4,902 males and 4,438 females.
How many households are there in Virsad?
There are 1,946 households in Virsad.
What is the literacy rate in Virsad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virsad is 70.25%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 63.59%.