Virapura - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Virapura is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Virapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virapura is 518799. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.87 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Godhra is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Virapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virapura
As per Census 2011, Virapura village has a total population of 1,889 people, consisting of 936 males and 953 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 1,094 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,850 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,889 | 936 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 148 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,850 | 916 | 934 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 492 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,094 | 444 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Virapura
Virapura 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 Virapura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Virapura.
| 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 Godhra to Virapura is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Virapura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virapura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virapura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virapura
Where is Virapura located?
Virapura village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virapura?
Virapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virapura?
The pincode of Virapura is 389380.
What is the population of Virapura?
Virapura has a total population of 1,889, including 936 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Virapura?
There are 274 households in Virapura.
What is the literacy rate in Virapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virapura is 42.09%. Male literacy is 52.56% and female literacy is 31.79%.