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
According to the 2011 Census, Varla village had a total population of 817 people, including 415 males and 402 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.80%, with male literacy at 88.86% and female literacy at 68.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 817 | 415 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 817, including 415 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Varla?
Varla had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varla was 78.80%. Male literacy was 88.86% and female literacy was 68.19%.