Veerpur - Rasra, Ballia
Veerpur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Veerpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerpur is 198491. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.21 hectares and falls under the 221709 pincode. Rasra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Veerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerpur
As per Census 2011, Veerpur village has a total population of 1,059 people, consisting of 536 males and 523 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,059 | 536 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 117 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 356 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 180 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Veerpur
Veerpur 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 Veerpur
Veerpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veerpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rasra to Veerpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Veerpur is about 26 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 Veerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veerpur
Where is Veerpur located?
Veerpur village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerpur?
Veerpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veerpur?
The pincode of Veerpur is 221709.
What is the population of Veerpur?
Veerpur has a total population of 1,059, including 536 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Veerpur?
There are 143 households in Veerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Veerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerpur is 55.71%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 44.74%.