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
According to the 2011 Census, Virva village had a total population of 340 people, including 178 males and 162 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 72.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 340 | 178 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 340, including 178 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Virva?
Virva had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virva was 76.57%. Male literacy was 80.65% and female literacy was 72.30%.