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
According to the 2011 Census, Virol village had a total population of 1,732 people, including 871 males and 861 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.30%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 67.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 1,732 | 871 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 139 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,732, including 871 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Virol?
Virol had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virol was 76.30%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 67.21%.