Varahsvarup - Jafrabad, Amreli
Varahsvarup is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Varahsvarup village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varahsvarup is 515927. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.26 hectares and falls under the 365541 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Varahsvarup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varahsvarup
According to the 2011 Census, Varahsvarup village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 623 males and 570 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.95%, with male literacy at 62.94% and female literacy at 40.56%.
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 | 1,193 | 623 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 140 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 304 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 319 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Varahsvarup
Varahsvarup 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 Varahsvarup
Varahsvarup is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Varahsvarup is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Varahsvarup is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varahsvarup
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varahsvarup village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Varahsvarup
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varahsvarup 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 Varahsvarup
Where is Varahsvarup located?
Varahsvarup village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varahsvarup?
Varahsvarup is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varahsvarup?
The pincode of Varahsvarup is 365541.
What is the population of Varahsvarup?
Varahsvarup had a total population of 1,193, including 623 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Varahsvarup?
Varahsvarup had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varahsvarup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varahsvarup was 51.95%. Male literacy was 62.94% and female literacy was 40.56%.