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
According to the 2011 Census, Viruna village had a total population of 2,723 people, including 1,391 males and 1,332 females, living in 520 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.64%, with male literacy at 71.99% and female literacy at 50.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 806, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 2,723 | 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 had a total population of 2,723, including 1,391 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Viruna?
Viruna had 520 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viruna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viruna was 61.64%. Male literacy was 71.99% and female literacy was 50.92%.