Varana - Sami, Patan
Varana is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Varana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varana is 508986. The village covers a total geographical area of 1473.74 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Varana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varana
As per Census 2011, Varana village has a total population of 2,864 people, consisting of 1,493 males and 1,371 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,828 literate and 1,036 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,864 | 1,493 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 233 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,078 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 415 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Varana
Varana 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 Varana
Varana 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 Radhanpur to Varana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Varana is about 46 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 Varana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Varana
Where is Varana located?
Varana village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varana?
Varana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varana?
The pincode of Varana is 384245.
What is the population of Varana?
Varana has a total population of 2,864, including 1,493 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Varana?
There are 544 households in Varana.
What is the literacy rate in Varana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varana is 63.83%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 54.70%.