Virpura - Jaora, Ratlam
Virpura is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Dumaheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpura is 470171. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.2 hectares and falls under the 457226 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Virpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpura
As per Census 2011, Virpura village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 529 males and 540 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 529 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 76 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 184 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 385 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 144 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Virpura
Virpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Holdi | West | 2.17 km |
| Dumaheda | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Khajuriya | North | 3.36 km |
| Nathu Khedi | West | 3.49 km |
| Gujar Bardiya | East | 3.60 km |
| Peladari | North | 3.71 km |
| Kheroda | West | 3.72 km |
| Lasudiya Jangali | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Nayapura | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Hiru Khedi | North-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virpura
Virpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jaora, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jaora to Virpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Virpura is about 48 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 Virpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpura 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 Virpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Virpura
Where is Virpura located?
Virpura village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpura is Dumaheda.
What is the pincode of Virpura?
The pincode of Virpura is 457226.
What is the population of Virpura?
Virpura has a total population of 1,069, including 529 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Virpura?
There are 223 households in Virpura.
What is the literacy rate in Virpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpura is 65.95%. Male literacy is 72.78% and female literacy is 59.26%.