Viravadi - Gadhada, Botad
Viravadi is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Gadhada and around 75 km from Bhavnagar. Viravadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viravadi is 516133. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.71 hectares and falls under the 364750 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Viravadi 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 Viravadi
According to the 2011 Census, Viravadi village had a total population of 840 people, including 422 males and 418 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.94%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 57.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 840 | 422 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 283 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 139 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Viravadi
Viravadi 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 Viravadi
Public transport in the Viravadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gadhada to Viravadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Viravadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viravadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viravadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Viravadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viravadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Viravadi
Where is Viravadi located?
Viravadi village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Viravadi?
Viravadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viravadi?
The pincode of Viravadi is 364750.
What is the population of Viravadi?
Viravadi had a total population of 840, including 422 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Viravadi?
Viravadi had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viravadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viravadi was 68.94%. Male literacy was 80.40% and female literacy was 57.51%.