Virampur - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Virampur is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Virampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virampur is 507809. The village covers a total geographical area of 3992.8 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Virampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virampur
According to the 2011 Census, Virampur village had a total population of 5,206 people, including 2,610 males and 2,596 females, living in 887 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.34%, with male literacy at 62.90% and female literacy at 39.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 752.
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 | 5,206 | 2,610 | 2,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 989 | 486 | 503 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 752 | 329 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 2,165 | 1,336 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,041 | 1,274 | 1,767 |
Nearby Villages of Virampur
Virampur 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 Virampur
Virampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Virampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Palanpur to Virampur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virampur 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 Virampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Virampur
Where is Virampur located?
Virampur village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virampur?
Virampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virampur?
The pincode of Virampur is 385001.
What is the population of Virampur?
Virampur had a total population of 5,206, including 2,610 males and 2,596 females.
How many households are there in Virampur?
Virampur had 887 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virampur was 51.34%. Male literacy was 62.90% and female literacy was 39.61%.