Virpur - Dhari, Amreli
Virpur is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 515722. The village covers a total geographical area of 2308.34 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
As per Census 2011, Virpur village has a total population of 2,677 people, consisting of 1,360 males and 1,317 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,815 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,360 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 152 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 253 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,815 | 991 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 369 | 493 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Virpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Virpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Virpur is about 55 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli 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 365640.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 2,677, including 1,360 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 581 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 67.80%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 62.57%.