Varan - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Varan is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Varan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varan is 508279. The village covers a total geographical area of 2100.74 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Varan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varan
As per Census 2011, Varan village has a total population of 5,557 people, consisting of 2,858 males and 2,699 females. The village has 941 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,230 literate and 3,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 530 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,557 | 2,858 | 2,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,119 | 591 | 528 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 344 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 280 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 2,230 | 1,401 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,327 | 1,457 | 1,870 |
Nearby Villages of Varan
Varan 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 Varan
Varan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Varan 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 Deesa to Varan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Varan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varan 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 Varan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varan 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Varan
Where is Varan located?
Varan village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varan?
Varan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varan?
The pincode of Varan is 385310.
What is the population of Varan?
Varan has a total population of 5,557, including 2,858 males and 2,699 females.
How many households are there in Varan?
There are 941 households in Varan.
What is the literacy rate in Varan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varan is 40.13%. Male literacy is 49.02% and female literacy is 30.72%.