Virod - Vadodara Rural, Vadodara
Virod is a village situated in the Vadodara Rural taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Vadodara and around 9 km from Vadodara. Virod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virod is 519834. The village covers a total geographical area of 1092 hectares and falls under the 390022 pincode. Vadodara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Virod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virod
As per Census 2011, Virod village has a total population of 2,461 people, consisting of 1,289 males and 1,172 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,984 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,006 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,289 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 155 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 92 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,006 | 533 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 1,984 | 1,087 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 202 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Virod
Virod 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 Virod
Virod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Virod has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadodara to Virod is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virod 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 Virod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virod
Where is Virod located?
Virod village is located in Vadodara Rural Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virod?
Virod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virod?
The pincode of Virod is 390022.
What is the population of Virod?
Virod has a total population of 2,461, including 1,289 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Virod?
There are 506 households in Virod.
What is the literacy rate in Virod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virod is 80.62%. Male literacy is 84.33% and female literacy is 76.54%.