Virpur - Jetpur, Rajkot
Virpur is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 513405. The village covers a total geographical area of 3318.42 hectares and falls under the 360380 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
As per Census 2011, Virpur village has a total population of 11,178 people, consisting of 5,836 males and 5,342 females. The village has 2,350 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,966 literate and 3,212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 758 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,178 | 5,836 | 5,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,171 | 676 | 495 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 394 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 7,966 | 4,349 | 3,617 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,212 | 1,487 | 1,725 |
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
Virpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Virpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Virpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Virpur is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Jetpur 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 360380.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 11,178, including 5,836 males and 5,342 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 2,350 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 71.26%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 67.71%.