Versara - Rapar, Kachchh
Versara is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Versara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Versara is 506527. The village covers a total geographical area of 779.28 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Versara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Versara
According to the 2011 Census, Versara village had a total population of 660 people, including 355 males and 305 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.70%, with male literacy at 75.77% and female literacy at 51.61%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 355 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 222 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 133 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Versara
Versara 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 Versara
Versara 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Versara is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Versara is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Versara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Versara 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 Versara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Versara 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 Versara
Where is Versara located?
Versara village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Versara?
Versara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Versara?
The pincode of Versara is 370165.
What is the population of Versara?
Versara had a total population of 660, including 355 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Versara?
Versara had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Versara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Versara was 64.70%. Male literacy was 75.77% and female literacy was 51.61%.