Virani - Mandvi, Kachchh
Virani is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Nani Virani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virani is 507204. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.03 hectares and falls under the 370445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Virani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virani
According to the 2011 Census, Virani village had a total population of 1,430 people, including 685 males and 745 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 90.59% and female literacy at 71.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 419, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 1,430 | 685 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 214 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 539 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 146 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Virani
Virani 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 Virani
Virani 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Virani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Virani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virani
Where is Virani located?
Virani village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Virani?
The Gram Panchayat of Virani is Nani Virani.
What is the pincode of Virani?
The pincode of Virani is 370445.
What is the population of Virani?
Virani had a total population of 1,430, including 685 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Virani?
Virani had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virani was 80.80%. Male literacy was 90.59% and female literacy was 71.85%.