Virpur - Mankapur, Gonda
Virpur is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Veerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpur is 175542. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.59 hectares and falls under the 271313 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Virpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virpur
According to the 2011 Census, Virpur village had a total population of 511 people, including 261 males and 250 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.93%, with male literacy at 70.85% and female literacy at 50.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 261 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 158 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 103 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Virpur
Virpur 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 Virpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Virpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Virpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gonda to Virpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpur 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 Virpur
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 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 Virpur
Where is Virpur located?
Virpur village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Virpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpur is Veerpur.
What is the pincode of Virpur?
The pincode of Virpur is 271313.
What is the population of Virpur?
Virpur had a total population of 511, including 261 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Virpur?
Virpur had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpur was 60.93%. Male literacy was 70.85% and female literacy was 50.24%.