Virpor - Areth, Surat
Virpor is a village situated in the Areth taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Mandvi and around 50 km from Surat. Virpor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpor is 523981. The village covers a total geographical area of 571.96 hectares and falls under the 394170 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Virpor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpor
According to the 2011 Census, Virpor village had a total population of 1,255 people, including 633 males and 622 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.62%, with male literacy at 84.84% and female literacy at 70.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
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 | 1,255 | 633 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 311 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 470 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 163 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Virpor
Virpor 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 Virpor
Public transport in the Virpor is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mandvi to Virpor is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Virpor is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virpor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virpor
Where is Virpor located?
Virpor village is located in Areth Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpor?
Virpor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpor?
The pincode of Virpor is 394170.
What is the population of Virpor?
Virpor had a total population of 1,255, including 633 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Virpor?
Virpor had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpor was 77.62%. Male literacy was 84.84% and female literacy was 70.40%.