Virsinhpur - Dhaurahara, Kheri
Virsinhpur is a village situated in the Dhaurahara tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhaurahara and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Birsinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virsinhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virsinhpur is 136686. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.21 hectares and falls under the 261502 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Virsinhpur 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 Dhaurahra Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Virsinhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Virsinhpur village had a total population of 6,984 people, including 3,726 males and 3,258 females, living in 1,287 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.99%, with male literacy at 48.94% and female literacy at 29.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,313, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 6,984 | 3,726 | 3,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,255 | 653 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,313 | 708 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,504 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,693 | 2,222 | 2,471 |
Nearby Villages of Virsinhpur
Virsinhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpur | West | 1.97 km |
| Sarya Kalan | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Chandrasa Khurd | South | 2.49 km |
| Issanagar | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Chahalar | South | 2.93 km |
| Bilouli | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Mirzapur Mallapur | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Nari Behar | South | 3.69 km |
| Moodi | West | 3.86 km |
| Belagarhi | East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virsinhpur
Virsinhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murthiha, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheri to Virsinhpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Virsinhpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virsinhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virsinhpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virsinhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virsinhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virsinhpur
Where is Virsinhpur located?
Virsinhpur village is located in Dhaurahara Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Virsinhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Virsinhpur is Birsinghpur.
What is the pincode of Virsinhpur?
The pincode of Virsinhpur is 261502.
What is the population of Virsinhpur?
Virsinhpur had a total population of 6,984, including 3,726 males and 3,258 females.
How many households are there in Virsinhpur?
Virsinhpur had 1,287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virsinhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virsinhpur was 39.99%. Male literacy was 48.94% and female literacy was 29.63%.