Virpur - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Virpur is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Antarsumba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 509891. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.26 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 11 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 869 people, consisting of 426 males and 443 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 866 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 426 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 866 | 424 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 326 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 100 | 207 |
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 in the Virpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vijaynagar to Virpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Virpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 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) | 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 Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpur is Antarsumba.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 383460.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 869, including 426 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 174 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 64.67%. Male literacy is 76.53% and female literacy is 53.27%.