Virahmatpur - Tarabganj, Gonda
Virahmatpur is a village situated in the Tarabganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarabganj and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Virahmatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virahmatpur is 175319. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.18 hectares and falls under the 271124 pincode. Mankapur is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Virahmatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mankapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virahmatpur
As per Census 2011, Virahmatpur village has a total population of 3,023 people, consisting of 1,561 males and 1,462 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 1,916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virahmatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,023 | 1,561 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 260 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 756 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,916 | 805 | 1,111 |
Nearby Villages of Virahmatpur
Virahmatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nyodar | South | 1.14 km |
| Babhni | East | 1.15 km |
| Mirjapur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Turkideeh | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Bandkuinya | West | 1.40 km |
| Khokhiya | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Niyamatpur | North | 1.78 km |
| Dhanesarpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Bhitiya | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Sohna | North-West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virahmatpur
Virahmatpur 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 Jhilahi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mankapur to Virahmatpur is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Virahmatpur is about 28 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 Virahmatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virahmatpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virahmatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virahmatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Virahmatpur
Where is Virahmatpur located?
Virahmatpur village is located in Tarabganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virahmatpur?
Virahmatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virahmatpur?
The pincode of Virahmatpur is 271124.
What is the population of Virahmatpur?
Virahmatpur has a total population of 3,023, including 1,561 males and 1,462 females.
How many households are there in Virahmatpur?
There are 478 households in Virahmatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Virahmatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virahmatpur is 36.62%. Male literacy is 48.43% and female literacy is 24.01%.