Varkana

Varkana is a village located in Desuri tehsil of Pali district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Desuri (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Pali. As per 2009 stats, Varkana village is also a gram panchayat.

Varkana has its own place in the vibrant Pali region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Varkana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Varkana is 091155. The village spans a total geographical area of 1009.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 306601. Rani is nearest town to Varkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Varkana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Pali Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Varkana

Below is a concise population overview of Varkana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,152 1,119 1,033
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 148 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 428 225 203
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 21 17
Literate Population 1,279 781 498
Illiterate Population 873 338 535

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Varkana village:

  • The total population of Varkana village is around 2,152, including approximately 1,119 males and 1,033 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Varkana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Varkana village has 428 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Varkana village is about 59.43%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 48.21%.
  • There are around 392 households in Varkana village.

Connectivity of Varkana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Varkana. As per the 2011 stats, Varkana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Varkana

Knowing the nearby villages of Varkana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Varkana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Varkana

Where is Varkana located?
Varkana village is situated in Desuri Tehsil, within the Pali district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varkana?
Varkana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Varkana?
The pincode of Varkana is 306601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Varkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Varkana is 2,152, with 1,119 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Varkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Varkana village has a total of 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varkana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Varkana is 59.43%. The male literacy rate is 69.79%, while the female literacy rate is 48.21%.