Viruvada - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Viruvada is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viruvada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viruvada is 508359. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.65 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Viruvada 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 Viruvada
According to the 2011 Census, Viruvada village had a total population of 454 people, including 218 males and 236 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 78.92% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 454 | 218 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 131 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 87 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Viruvada
Viruvada 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 Viruvada
Viruvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Viruvada.
| 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 Deesa to Viruvada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Viruvada is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viruvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viruvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Viruvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viruvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Viruvada
Where is Viruvada located?
Viruvada village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viruvada?
The Gram Panchayat of Viruvada is Vahara.
What is the pincode of Viruvada?
The pincode of Viruvada is 385530.
What is the population of Viruvada?
Viruvada had a total population of 454, including 218 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Viruvada?
Viruvada had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viruvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viruvada was 61.19%. Male literacy was 78.92% and female literacy was 45.45%.