Virpur (Balwari) - Gandhwani, Dhar
Virpur (Balwari) is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandhwani and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Dedli-k serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpur (Balwari) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur (Balwari) is 475228. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.59 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Virpur (Balwari) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virpur (Balwari)
According to the 2011 Census, Virpur (Balwari) village had a total population of 784 people, including 407 males and 377 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.20%, with male literacy at 24.49% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 781.
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 | 784 | 407 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 406 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 72 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 335 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur (Balwari)
Virpur (Balwari) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rodada | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Jharan | South | 2.17 km |
| Kamta | West | 2.26 km |
| Sironj | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Gadaghat | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Rehtiya | East | 3.72 km |
| Dhanora | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Kesavi | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Jirabad | South | 4.41 km |
| Dhama Khedi | North-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virpur (Balwari)
Public transport in the Virpur (Balwari) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhar to Virpur (Balwari) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur (Balwari)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur (Balwari) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virpur (Balwari)
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 (Balwari) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpur (Balwari)
Where is Virpur (Balwari) located?
Virpur (Balwari) village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur (Balwari)?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpur (Balwari) is Dedli-k.
What is the pincode of Virpur (Balwari)?
The pincode of Virpur (Balwari) is 454446.
What is the population of Virpur (Balwari)?
Virpur (Balwari) had a total population of 784, including 407 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Virpur (Balwari)?
Virpur (Balwari) had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur (Balwari)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur (Balwari) was 18.20%. Male literacy was 24.49% and female literacy was 11.11%.