Virpur (Palitana) - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Virpur (Palitana) is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Virpur (Palitana) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur (Palitana) is 516505. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.46 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Virpur (Palitana) 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 (Palitana)
As per Census 2011, Virpur (Palitana) village has a total population of 3,009 people, consisting of 1,519 males and 1,490 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,694 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur (Palitana) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,009 | 1,519 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 216 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 998 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 521 | 794 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur (Palitana)
Virpur (Palitana) 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 (Palitana)
Public transport in the Virpur (Palitana) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Virpur (Palitana).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Virpur (Palitana) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Virpur (Palitana) is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur (Palitana)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur (Palitana) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virpur (Palitana)
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 (Palitana) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virpur (Palitana)
Where is Virpur (Palitana) located?
Virpur (Palitana) village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur (Palitana)?
Virpur (Palitana) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpur (Palitana)?
The pincode of Virpur (Palitana) is 364270.
What is the population of Virpur (Palitana)?
Virpur (Palitana) has a total population of 3,009, including 1,519 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Virpur (Palitana)?
There are 488 households in Virpur (Palitana).
What is the literacy rate in Virpur (Palitana)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur (Palitana) is 56.30%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 46.71%.