Viruna - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Viruna is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Viruna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viruna is 508238. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130.7 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Viruna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viruna
As per Census 2011, Viruna village has a total population of 2,723 people, consisting of 1,391 males and 1,332 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,440 literate and 1,283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viruna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,723 | 1,391 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 202 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 413 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 1,440 | 856 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,283 | 535 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Viruna
Viruna 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 Viruna
Public transport in the Viruna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Viruna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Viruna is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viruna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viruna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viruna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viruna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Viruna
Where is Viruna located?
Viruna village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viruna?
Viruna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viruna?
The pincode of Viruna is 385545.
What is the population of Viruna?
Viruna has a total population of 2,723, including 1,391 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Viruna?
There are 520 households in Viruna.
What is the literacy rate in Viruna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viruna is 52.88%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 43.84%.