Virpur - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Virpur is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 514107. The village covers a total geographical area of 776.3 hectares and falls under the 361170 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
As per Census 2011, Virpur village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 228 males and 230 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 228 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 147 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 81 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur
Virpur 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
Virpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Virpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Virpur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur 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
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 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
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
Virpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 361170.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 458, including 228 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 92 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 52.84%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 41.30%.