Varal

Varal is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Varal village is also a gram panchayat.

Varal has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Varal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Varal is 516411. The village spans a total geographical area of 2641.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364260. Sihor is nearest town to Varal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Varal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Varal

Below is a concise population overview of Varal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,842 3,525 3,317
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,098 586 512
Scheduled Castes (SC) 287 152 135
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,466 2,088 1,378
Illiterate Population 3,376 1,437 1,939

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Varal village:

  • The total population of Varal village is around 6,842, including approximately 3,525 males and 3,317 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,098 children aged 0–6 years in Varal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Varal village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Varal village is about 50.66%, with male literacy at 59.23% and female literacy at 41.54%.
  • There are around 1,172 households in Varal village.

Connectivity of Varal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Varal. As per the 2011 stats, Varal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Varal

Knowing the nearby villages of Varal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Varal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Varal

Where is Varal located?
Varal village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varal?
Varal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Varal?
The pincode of Varal is 364260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Varal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Varal is 6,842, with 3,525 males and 3,317 females.
How many households are there in Varal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Varal village has a total of 1,172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Varal is 50.66%. The male literacy rate is 59.23%, while the female literacy rate is 41.54%.