Virdi - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Virdi is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Virdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virdi is 516094. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.42 hectares and falls under the 364310 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Virdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virdi
As per Census 2011, Virdi village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 190 males and 164 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 125 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 190 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 140 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 50 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Virdi
Virdi 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 Virdi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Virdi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vallabhipur to Virdi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Virdi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virdi
Where is Virdi located?
Virdi village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virdi?
Virdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virdi?
The pincode of Virdi is 364310.
What is the population of Virdi?
Virdi has a total population of 354, including 190 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Virdi?
There are 61 households in Virdi.
What is the literacy rate in Virdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virdi is 64.69%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 54.27%.