Verakui - Mangrol, Surat
Verakui is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Verakui village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Verakui is 523872. The village covers a total geographical area of 964.49 hectares and falls under the 394430 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Verakui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Verakui
According to the 2011 Census, Verakui village had a total population of 2,530 people, including 1,306 males and 1,224 females, living in 573 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 68.79% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,391.
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 | 2,530 | 1,306 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,391 | 1,218 | 1,173 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 820 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,110 | 486 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Verakui
Verakui 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 Verakui
Public transport in the Verakui is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kosamba to Verakui is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Verakui is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Verakui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Verakui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Verakui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Verakui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Verakui
Where is Verakui located?
Verakui village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Verakui?
Verakui is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Verakui?
The pincode of Verakui is 394430.
What is the population of Verakui?
Verakui had a total population of 2,530, including 1,306 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Verakui?
Verakui had 573 households.
What is the literacy rate in Verakui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Verakui was 61.69%. Male literacy was 68.79% and female literacy was 54.05%.