Virpur (Lotol) - Danta, Banas Kantha
Virpur (Lotol) is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Lotol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpur (Lotol) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur (Lotol) is 507981. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.63 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Danta is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Virpur (Lotol) 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 Virpur (Lotol)
As per Census 2011, Virpur (Lotol) village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 229 males and 189 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur (Lotol) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 229 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 60 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 120 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 109 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur (Lotol)
Virpur (Lotol) 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 (Lotol)
Virpur (Lotol) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Danta to Virpur (Lotol) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Virpur (Lotol) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur (Lotol)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur (Lotol) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virpur (Lotol)
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 (Lotol) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virpur (Lotol)
Where is Virpur (Lotol) located?
Virpur (Lotol) village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur (Lotol)?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpur (Lotol) is Lotol.
What is the pincode of Virpur (Lotol)?
The pincode of Virpur (Lotol) is 385120.
What is the population of Virpur (Lotol)?
Virpur (Lotol) has a total population of 418, including 229 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Virpur (Lotol)?
There are 80 households in Virpur (Lotol).
What is the literacy rate in Virpur (Lotol)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur (Lotol) is 49.76%. Male literacy is 52.40% and female literacy is 46.56%.