Virpur - Karera, Shivpuri
Virpur is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Narwar and around 90 km from Shivpuri. Talbhev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 455610. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.43 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
According to the 2011 Census, Virpur village had a total population of 302 people, including 159 males and 143 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.58%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 47.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 302 | 159 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 155 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 122 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 37 | 86 |
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
Virpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Karera to Virpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Virpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpur is Talbhev.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 473880.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur had a total population of 302, including 159 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
Virpur had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur was 68.58%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 47.90%.