Virpur (Chok) - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Virpur (Chok) is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Palitana and around 90 km from Bhavnagar. Virpur (Chok) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur (Chok) is 516555. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.44 hectares and falls under the 364510 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Virpur (Chok) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur (Chok)
As per Census 2011, Virpur (Chok) village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 674 males and 659 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 613 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur (Chok) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 674 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 376 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 298 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur (Chok)
Virpur (Chok) 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 (Chok)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Virpur (Chok).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Virpur (Chok) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Virpur (Chok) is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur (Chok)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur (Chok) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virpur (Chok)
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 (Chok) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpur (Chok)
Where is Virpur (Chok) located?
Virpur (Chok) village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur (Chok)?
Virpur (Chok) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpur (Chok)?
The pincode of Virpur (Chok) is 364510.
What is the population of Virpur (Chok)?
Virpur (Chok) has a total population of 1,333, including 674 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Virpur (Chok)?
There are 190 households in Virpur (Chok).
What is the literacy rate in Virpur (Chok)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur (Chok) is 45.99%. Male literacy is 55.79% and female literacy is 35.96%.