Virsinghpur - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Virsinghpur is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Birsinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virsinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virsinghpur is 133671. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.16 hectares and falls under the 242407 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Virsinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virsinghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Virsinghpur village had a total population of 1,270 people, including 688 males and 582 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.68%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 48.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 1,270 | 688 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 148 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 81 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 384 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 304 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Virsinghpur
Virsinghpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hazratpur | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Bithalpur Prahaladpur | North | 1.07 km |
| Chiti Bojhi Ghanshyampur | West | 1.27 km |
| Kaveer Chak | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Sunara | East | 1.77 km |
| Bhatpura | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Azamabad | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Dhakiya Ragha | North | 2.25 km |
| Biharipur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Dulha Dhakia | South | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virsinghpur
Virsinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilhar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shahjahanpur to Virsinghpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Virsinghpur is about 35 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 Virsinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virsinghpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virsinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virsinghpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virsinghpur
Where is Virsinghpur located?
Virsinghpur village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virsinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Virsinghpur is Birsinghpur.
What is the pincode of Virsinghpur?
The pincode of Virsinghpur is 242407.
What is the population of Virsinghpur?
Virsinghpur had a total population of 1,270, including 688 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Virsinghpur?
Virsinghpur had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virsinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virsinghpur was 60.68%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 48.36%.