Virol - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Virol is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Devgadbaria and around 66 km from Dohad. Virol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virol is 519558. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.24 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virol
According to the 2011 Census, Virol village had a total population of 1,513 people, including 738 males and 775 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.98%, with male literacy at 77.17% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 1,513 | 738 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 138 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 463 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 275 | 467 |
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
Public transport in the Virol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Devgadbaria to Virol is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Virol is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virol
Where is Virol located?
Virol village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod 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 389380.
What is the population of Virol?
Virol had a total population of 1,513, including 738 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Virol?
Virol had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virol was 61.98%. Male literacy was 77.17% and female literacy was 47.83%.