Virval - Dharampur, Valsad
Virval is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Virval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virval is 523326. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.52 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Virval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virval
According to the 2011 Census, Virval village had a total population of 1,309 people, including 662 males and 647 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.98%, with male literacy at 92.26% and female literacy at 85.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,308.
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 | 1,309 | 662 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,308 | 661 | 647 |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 548 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 114 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Virval
Virval 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 Virval
Virval 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 Dharampur to Virval is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Virval is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virval
Where is Virval located?
Virval village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virval?
Virval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virval?
The pincode of Virval is 396051.
What is the population of Virval?
Virval had a total population of 1,309, including 662 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Virval?
Virval had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virval was 88.98%. Male literacy was 92.26% and female literacy was 85.56%.