Viroja - Matar, Kheda
Viroja is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Viroja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viroja is 517578. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.12 hectares and falls under the 387530 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Viroja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viroja
According to the 2011 Census, Viroja village had a total population of 1,918 people, including 975 males and 943 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 76.04% and female literacy at 53.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 1,918 | 975 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 157 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 622 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 353 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Viroja
Viroja 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 Viroja
Public transport in the Viroja is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sojitra to Viroja is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Viroja is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viroja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viroja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Viroja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viroja 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 Viroja
Where is Viroja located?
Viroja village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Viroja?
Viroja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viroja?
The pincode of Viroja is 387530.
What is the population of Viroja?
Viroja had a total population of 1,918, including 975 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Viroja?
Viroja had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viroja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viroja was 64.56%. Male literacy was 76.04% and female literacy was 53.01%.