Virnagar Village - Jasdan, Rajkot
Virnagar is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Virnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virnagar is 513152. The village covers a total geographical area of 2784.51 hectares and falls under the 360060 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Virnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virnagar
As per Census 2011, Virnagar village has a total population of 5,484 people, consisting of 2,758 males and 2,726 females. The village has 1,078 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,840 literate and 1,644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virnagar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,484 | 2,758 | 2,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 310 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 227 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 3,840 | 2,067 | 1,773 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 691 | 953 |
Nearby Villages of Virnagar
Virnagar 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 Virnagar
Virnagar 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 Jasdan to Virnagar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Virnagar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virnagar 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 Virnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virnagar 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 Virnagar
Where is Virnagar located?
Virnagar village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virnagar?
Virnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virnagar?
The pincode of Virnagar is 360060.
What is the population of Virnagar?
Virnagar has a total population of 5,484, including 2,758 males and 2,726 females.
How many households are there in Virnagar?
There are 1,078 households in Virnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Virnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virnagar is 70.02%. Male literacy is 74.95% and female literacy is 65.04%.