Virnagar - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Virnagar village had a total population of 5,484 people, including 2,758 males and 2,726 females, living in 1,078 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 70.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 445.
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 | 5,484 | 2,758 | 2,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 310 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 227 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,484, including 2,758 males and 2,726 females.
How many households are there in Virnagar?
Virnagar had 1,078 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virnagar was 77.51%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 70.75%.