Virpur Kharhara - Harraiya, Basti
Virpur Kharhara is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. Beerpur Kharhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpur Kharhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur Kharhara is 179875. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.46 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode.
Virpur Kharhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur Kharhara
As per Census 2011, Virpur Kharhara village has a total population of 1,524 people, consisting of 801 males and 723 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virpur Kharhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,524 | 801 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 160 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 172 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 504 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 297 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur Kharhara
Virpur Kharhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharhara Upadhyay | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Parsijot | East | 0.73 km |
| Ghorsanye | South | 0.94 km |
| Karnai | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Jua | North | 1.07 km |
| Parari Misra | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Lakhimpur | East | 1.30 km |
| Neeschhand | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Sherapur | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Lokaipur | South-East | 1.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virpur Kharhara
Virpur Kharhara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur Kharhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur Kharhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virpur Kharhara
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 Kharhara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virpur Kharhara
Where is Virpur Kharhara located?
Virpur Kharhara village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpur Kharhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpur Kharhara is Beerpur Kharhara.
What is the pincode of Virpur Kharhara?
The pincode of Virpur Kharhara is 272301.
What is the population of Virpur Kharhara?
Virpur Kharhara has a total population of 1,524, including 801 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Virpur Kharhara?
There are 249 households in Virpur Kharhara.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur Kharhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur Kharhara is 52.36%. Male literacy is 62.92% and female literacy is 40.66%.