Virvav - Tankara, Morbi
Virvav is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Tankara and around 46 km from Rajkot. Ganeshpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virvav village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virvav is 512748. The village covers a total geographical area of 2655.3 hectares and falls under the 363650 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Virvav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virvav
According to the 2011 Census, Virvav village had a total population of 2,105 people, including 1,046 males and 1,059 females. The village had 411 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The village had 288 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 1,389 literate and 716 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 234 people and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for 3.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,105 | 1,046 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 126 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 723 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 323 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Virvav
Virvav 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 Virvav
Virvav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paddhari to Virvav is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Virvav is about 46 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 Virvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virvav 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virvav
Where is Virvav located?
Virvav village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virvav?
The Gram Panchayat of Virvav is Ganeshpar.
What is the pincode of Virvav?
The pincode of Virvav is 363650.
What is the population of Virvav?
Virvav had a total population of 2,105, including 1,046 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Virvav?
Virvav had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virvav was 76.44%. Male literacy was 80.69% and female literacy was 72.31%.