Virpur
Virpur is a village located in Ranavav taluka of Porbandar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ranavav (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Porbandar. As per 2009 stats, Virpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Virpur has its own place in the vibrant Porbandar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Virpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virpur is 514257. The village spans a total geographical area of 1000.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360550. Ranavav is nearest town to Virpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Virpur
Population of Virpur
Below is a concise population overview of Virpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,438 | 797 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 585 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 212 | 286 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Virpur village:
- The total population of Virpur village is around 1,438, including approximately 797 males and 641 females, with a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Virpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Virpur village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Virpur village is about 65.37%, with male literacy at 73.40% and female literacy at 55.38%.
- There are around 254 households in Virpur village.
Connectivity of Virpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virpur. As per the 2011 stats, Virpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Virpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virpur
- Where is Virpur located?
- Virpur village is situated in Ranavav Taluka, within the Porbandar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
- Virpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Virpur?
- The pincode of Virpur is 360550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Virpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virpur is 1,438, with 797 males and 641 females.
- How many households are there in Virpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virpur village has a total of 254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virpur is 65.37%. The male literacy rate is 73.40%, while the female literacy rate is 55.38%.