Virani Moti - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Virani Moti is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Virani Moti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virani Moti is 506994. The village covers a total geographical area of 1337.85 hectares and falls under the 370665 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Virani Moti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virani Moti
As per Census 2011, Virani Moti village has a total population of 4,506 people, consisting of 2,275 males and 2,231 females. The village has 890 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,212 literate and 1,294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 670 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virani Moti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,506 | 2,275 | 2,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 292 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 342 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,212 | 1,756 | 1,456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,294 | 519 | 775 |
Nearby Villages of Virani Moti
Virani Moti 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 Moti
Virani Moti 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 Bhuj to Virani Moti is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virani Moti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virani Moti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virani Moti
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 Moti 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virani Moti
Where is Virani Moti located?
Virani Moti village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virani Moti?
Virani Moti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virani Moti?
The pincode of Virani Moti is 370665.
What is the population of Virani Moti?
Virani Moti has a total population of 4,506, including 2,275 males and 2,231 females.
How many households are there in Virani Moti?
There are 890 households in Virani Moti.
What is the literacy rate in Virani Moti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virani Moti is 71.28%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 65.26%.