Virpur - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Virpur is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 510087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.74 hectares and falls under the 383230 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virpur
As per Census 2011, Virpur village has a total population of 2,381 people, consisting of 1,216 males and 1,165 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,882 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,381 | 1,216 | 1,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 128 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 238 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,882 | 1,046 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 170 | 329 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Virpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Virpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Virpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha 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 383230.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 2,381, including 1,216 males and 1,165 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 552 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 79.04%. Male literacy is 86.02% and female literacy is 71.76%.