Viraxet - Kaprada, Valsad
Viraxet is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Kukuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viraxet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viraxet is 523597. The village covers a total geographical area of 1832.67 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Peth is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Viraxet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viraxet
As per Census 2011, Viraxet village has a total population of 4,365 people, consisting of 2,239 males and 2,126 females. The village has 711 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 742 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 2,923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viraxet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,365 | 2,239 | 2,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 372 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,340 | 2,226 | 2,114 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 831 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,923 | 1,408 | 1,515 |
Nearby Villages of Viraxet
Viraxet 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 Viraxet
Viraxet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peth to Viraxet is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Viraxet is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viraxet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viraxet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viraxet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viraxet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Viraxet
Where is Viraxet located?
Viraxet village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viraxet?
The Gram Panchayat of Viraxet is Kukuniya.
What is the pincode of Viraxet?
The pincode of Viraxet is 396067.
What is the population of Viraxet?
Viraxet has a total population of 4,365, including 2,239 males and 2,126 females.
How many households are there in Viraxet?
There are 711 households in Viraxet.
What is the literacy rate in Viraxet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viraxet is 33.04%. Male literacy is 37.11% and female literacy is 28.74%.