Virpur - Mangrol, Junagadh
Virpur is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 514819. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.72 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
As per Census 2011, Virpur village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 483 males and 465 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 483 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 340 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 143 | 203 |
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 | 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 Mangrol to Virpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Virpur is about 61 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
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 5-10 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 2-5 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 Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh 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 362225.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 948, including 483 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 145 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 63.50%. Male literacy is 70.39% and female literacy is 56.34%.