Verama - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Verama is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Lunawada and around 42 km from Godhra. Verama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Verama is 518324. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.81 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Verama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Verama
According to the 2011 Census, Verama village had a total population of 862 people, including 429 males and 433 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.14%, with male literacy at 95.09% and female literacy at 73.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 862 | 429 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 368 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 61 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Verama
Verama 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 Verama
Verama 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 Lunawada to Verama is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Verama is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Verama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Verama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Verama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Verama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Verama
Where is Verama located?
Verama village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Verama?
Verama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Verama?
The pincode of Verama is 389230.
What is the population of Verama?
Verama had a total population of 862, including 429 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Verama?
Verama had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Verama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Verama was 84.14%. Male literacy was 95.09% and female literacy was 73.42%.