Varanosari - Santalpur, Patan
Varanosari is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Kilana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varanosari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varanosari is 508607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1158.53 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Varanosari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varanosari
According to the 2011 Census, Varanosari village had a total population of 1,329 people, including 686 males and 643 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.77%, with male literacy at 80.54% and female literacy at 56.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,329 | 686 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 447 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 239 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Varanosari
Varanosari 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 Varanosari
Varanosari 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 Radhanpur to Varanosari is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Varanosari is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varanosari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varanosari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Varanosari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varanosari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varanosari
Where is Varanosari located?
Varanosari village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varanosari?
The Gram Panchayat of Varanosari is Kilana.
What is the pincode of Varanosari?
The pincode of Varanosari is 385360.
What is the population of Varanosari?
Varanosari had a total population of 1,329, including 686 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Varanosari?
Varanosari had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varanosari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varanosari was 68.77%. Male literacy was 80.54% and female literacy was 56.24%.