Virva - Lodhika, Rajkot
Virva is a village situated in the Lodhika taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lodhika and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Virva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virva is 513048. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.84 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Virva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virva
As per Census 2011, Virva village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 178 males and 162 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 178 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Virva
Virva 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 Virva
Virva 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajkot to Virva is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virva 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 Virva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virva 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 Virva
Where is Virva located?
Virva village is located in Lodhika Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virva?
Virva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virva?
The pincode of Virva is 360311.
What is the population of Virva?
Virva has a total population of 340, including 178 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Virva?
There are 64 households in Virva.
What is the literacy rate in Virva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virva is 68.24%. Male literacy is 70.22% and female literacy is 66.05%.