Virpur - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Virpur is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Dholka and around 57 km from Ahmadabad. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 511730. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.57 hectares and falls under the 382265 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
According to the 2011 Census, Virpur village had a total population of 1,612 people, including 834 males and 778 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 79.64% and female literacy at 60.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 1,612 | 834 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 112 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 90 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 575 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 259 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur
Virpur 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 Virpur
Virpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Virpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dholka to Virpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Virpur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur 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 Virpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpur 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 Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
Virpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 382265.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur had a total population of 1,612, including 834 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
Virpur had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur was 70.20%. Male literacy was 79.64% and female literacy was 60.23%.