Vihar - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Vihar is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Vihar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vihar is 511190. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.05 hectares and falls under the 382810 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Vihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vihar
As per Census 2011, Vihar village has a total population of 2,755 people, consisting of 1,443 males and 1,312 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,077 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vihar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,755 | 1,443 | 1,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 153 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 165 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,077 | 1,165 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 278 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Vihar
Vihar 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 Vihar
Vihar 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 Vihar.
| 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 Mansa to Vihar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Vihar is about 40 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 Vihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vihar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vihar
Where is Vihar located?
Vihar village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vihar?
Vihar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vihar?
The pincode of Vihar is 382810.
What is the population of Vihar?
Vihar has a total population of 2,755, including 1,443 males and 1,312 females.
How many households are there in Vihar?
There are 681 households in Vihar.
What is the literacy rate in Vihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vihar is 75.39%. Male literacy is 80.73% and female literacy is 69.51%.