Viraie Gaon - Nanpara, Bahraich
Viraie Gaon is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Virai Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viraie Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viraie Gaon is 171408. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.42 hectares and falls under the 271865 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Viraie Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viraie Gaon
As per Census 2011, Viraie Gaon village has a total population of 1,078 people, consisting of 586 males and 492 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viraie Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 586 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 146 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 104 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 202 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 384 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Viraie Gaon
Viraie Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheopura | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Bankashahi | South | 1.51 km |
| Chanaini | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Ganeshpur Nimnahara | West | 2.35 km |
| Sirsiya | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Satijor | South | 2.69 km |
| Mirjapur Tilak | West | 2.69 km |
| Nawwa Ganwa Bhat Purwa | North | 2.78 km |
| Tokhaiedih | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Janki Nagar | South-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viraie Gaon
Viraie Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babaganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nanpara to Viraie Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Viraie Gaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viraie Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viraie Gaon 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 Viraie Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viraie Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Viraie Gaon
Where is Viraie Gaon located?
Viraie Gaon village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viraie Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Viraie Gaon is Virai Gaon.
What is the pincode of Viraie Gaon?
The pincode of Viraie Gaon is 271865.
What is the population of Viraie Gaon?
Viraie Gaon has a total population of 1,078, including 586 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Viraie Gaon?
There are 140 households in Viraie Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Viraie Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viraie Gaon is 29.41%. Male literacy is 34.47% and female literacy is 23.37%.