Viramdad - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Viramdad is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Khambhalia and around 78 km from Jamnagar. Viramdad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viramdad is 513525. The village covers a total geographical area of 1635.95 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Viramdad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viramdad
According to the 2011 Census, Viramdad village had a total population of 2,550 people, including 1,271 males and 1,279 females, living in 497 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.32%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 59.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 2,550 | 1,271 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 861 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 410 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Viramdad
Viramdad 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 Viramdad
Viramdad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Viramdad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Viramdad is about 78 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 Viramdad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viramdad 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 Viramdad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viramdad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Viramdad
Where is Viramdad located?
Viramdad village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viramdad?
Viramdad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viramdad?
The pincode of Viramdad is 361305.
What is the population of Viramdad?
Viramdad had a total population of 2,550, including 1,271 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Viramdad?
Viramdad had 497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viramdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viramdad was 68.32%. Male literacy was 77.71% and female literacy was 59.14%.