Virar - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Virar is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Birar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virar is 185077. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.63 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode.
Virar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Virar
According to the 2011 Census, Virar village had a total population of 965 people, including 495 males and 470 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.63%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 44.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 965 | 495 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 93 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 299 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 196 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Virar
Virar 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 Virar
Virar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Virar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gorakhpur to Virar is about 45 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 Virar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Virar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virar
Where is Virar located?
Virar village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Virar?
The Gram Panchayat of Virar is Birar.
What is the pincode of Virar?
The pincode of Virar is 273209.
What is the population of Virar?
Virar had a total population of 965, including 495 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Virar?
Virar had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virar was 59.63%. Male literacy was 74.38% and female literacy was 44.72%.