Virpur - Jasdan, Rajkot
Virpur is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 513108. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.74 hectares and falls under the 360050 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virpur
According to the 2011 Census, Virpur village had a total population of 944 people, including 482 males and 462 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.28%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 48.53%.
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 | 944 | 482 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 305 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 177 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur
Virpur 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 Virpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Virpur.
| 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 Jasdan to Virpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Virpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
Virpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 360050.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur had a total population of 944, including 482 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
Virpur had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur was 63.28%. Male literacy was 77.22% and female literacy was 48.53%.