Virpar - Muli, Surendranagar
Virpar is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Virpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpar is 512267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164.53 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Virpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpar
According to the 2011 Census, Virpar village had a total population of 868 people, including 452 males and 416 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.40%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 60.22%.
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 | 868 | 452 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 82 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 290 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 162 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Virpar
Virpar 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 Virpar
Virpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Virpar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Virpar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virpar
Where is Virpar located?
Virpar village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpar?
Virpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpar?
The pincode of Virpar is 363310.
What is the population of Virpar?
Virpar had a total population of 868, including 452 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Virpar?
Virpar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpar was 69.40%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 60.22%.