Virpar - Wankaner, Morbi
Virpar is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Wankaner and around 77 km from Rajkot. Matel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpar is 512768. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.44 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Virpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpar
As per Census 2011, Virpar village has a total population of 959 people, consisting of 491 males and 468 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 491 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 280 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 211 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Virpar
Virpar 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 Virpar
Public transport in the Virpar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Wankaner to Virpar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Virpar is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpar
Where is Virpar located?
Virpar village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpar?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpar is Matel.
What is the pincode of Virpar?
The pincode of Virpar is 363621.
What is the population of Virpar?
Virpar has a total population of 959, including 491 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Virpar?
There are 173 households in Virpar.
What is the literacy rate in Virpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpar is 51.09%. Male literacy is 57.03% and female literacy is 44.87%.