Vargama - Shrimahaveer Ji, Karauli
Vargama is a village situated in the Shrimahaveer Ji tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from Hindaun and around 37 km from Karauli. Bargawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vargama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vargama is 076556. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.67 hectares and falls under the 322220 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Vargama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vargama
As per Census 2011, Vargama village has a total population of 3,400 people, consisting of 1,831 males and 1,569 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,181 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vargama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,400 | 1,831 | 1,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 291 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 403 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,181 | 1,416 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 415 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Vargama
Vargama 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 Vargama
Public transport in the Vargama is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hindaun to Vargama is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Vargama is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vargama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vargama 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 Vargama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vargama 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 Vargama
Where is Vargama located?
Vargama village is located in Shrimahaveer Ji Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vargama?
The Gram Panchayat of Vargama is Bargawan.
What is the pincode of Vargama?
The pincode of Vargama is 322220.
What is the population of Vargama?
Vargama has a total population of 3,400, including 1,831 males and 1,569 females.
How many households are there in Vargama?
There are 675 households in Vargama.
What is the literacy rate in Vargama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vargama is 64.15%. Male literacy is 77.33% and female literacy is 48.76%.