Virol - Mangrol, Junagadh
Virol is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Virol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virol is 514787. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.37 hectares and falls under the 362240 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virol
As per Census 2011, Virol village has a total population of 1,732 people, consisting of 871 males and 861 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 871 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 139 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 625 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 246 | 369 |
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 | 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 Mangrol to Virol is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Virol is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Virol
Where is Virol located?
Virol village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh 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 362240.
What is the population of Virol?
Virol has a total population of 1,732, including 871 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Virol?
There are 282 households in Virol.
What is the literacy rate in Virol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virol is 64.49%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 57.14%.