Varla - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Varla is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Varla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varla is 187311. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.54 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode. Sikarganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Varla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varla
As per Census 2011, Varla village has a total population of 817 people, consisting of 415 males and 402 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 415 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 327 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 88 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Varla
Varla 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 Varla
Varla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikarganj to Varla is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Varla is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varla 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 Varla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Varla
Where is Varla located?
Varla village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varla?
Varla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varla?
The pincode of Varla is 273213.
What is the population of Varla?
Varla has a total population of 817, including 415 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Varla?
There are 93 households in Varla.
What is the literacy rate in Varla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varla is 69.16%. Male literacy is 78.80% and female literacy is 59.20%.