Virol - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Virol is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Virol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virol is 507690. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.49 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Virol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virol
According to the 2011 Census, Virol village had a total population of 1,564 people, including 765 males and 799 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.79%, with male literacy at 73.46% and female literacy at 39.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306.
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 | 1,564 | 765 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 130 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 465 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 300 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Virol
Virol 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 Virol
Virol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Virol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Virol is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Virol is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Virol
Where is Virol located?
Virol village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Virol?
Virol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virol?
The pincode of Virol is 385310.
What is the population of Virol?
Virol had a total population of 1,564, including 765 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Virol?
Virol had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virol was 55.79%. Male literacy was 73.46% and female literacy was 39.32%.