Virana - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Virana is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Virana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virana is 207057. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.42 hectares and falls under the 232110 pincode. Sakaldiha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Virana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virana
As per Census 2011, Virana village has a total population of 3,524 people, consisting of 1,816 males and 1,708 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 1,804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,524 | 1,816 | 1,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 324 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,453 | 754 | 699 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 1,065 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,804 | 751 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Virana
Virana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devarapur | South | 1.13 km |
| Nidilpur | North | 1.57 km |
| Kisunpura | East | 1.83 km |
| Sewarih | West | 1.93 km |
| Bhalehata | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Dharavn | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Vardisara | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Jamurana | South | 2.33 km |
| Keshavpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Amara | East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Virana. The nearest railway station is Taraon, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakaldiha to Virana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Virana is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virana
Where is Virana located?
Virana village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virana?
Virana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virana?
The pincode of Virana is 232110.
What is the population of Virana?
Virana has a total population of 3,524, including 1,816 males and 1,708 females.
How many households are there in Virana?
There are 549 households in Virana.
What is the literacy rate in Virana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virana is 48.81%. Male literacy is 58.65% and female literacy is 38.35%.