Virpur - Shahade, Nandurbar
Virpur is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Virpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 525458. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.41 hectares and falls under the 425432 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
As per Census 2011, Virpur village has a total population of 2,362 people, consisting of 1,175 males and 1,187 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,362 | 1,175 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 209 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,336 | 1,160 | 1,176 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 634 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 541 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur
Virpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navagaon | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Ghatli | North | 3.13 km |
| Akaspur | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Kamod Vasahat | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Kakadada | West | 4.67 km |
| Kansai | South | 5.09 km |
| Nandya | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Madkani | East | 5.82 km |
| Bhute | South | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virpur
Virpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tisi, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.4 km.
| 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 Shahade to Virpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Virpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >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 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 Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur?
Virpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 425432.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur has a total population of 2,362, including 1,175 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
There are 446 households in Virpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur is 46.66%. Male literacy is 53.96% and female literacy is 39.43%.