Virwapur - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Virwapur is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Viravapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virwapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virwapur is 177791. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.09 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Virwapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virwapur
According to the 2011 Census, Virwapur village had a total population of 1,110 people, including 563 males and 547 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.50%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 44.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 1,110 | 563 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 135 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 313 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 250 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Virwapur
Virwapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranijot | West | 0.90 km |
| Belghatiya | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Bhutahawa | South | 1.04 km |
| Suhiya | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Salwanjot | North | 1.26 km |
| Mehdani | East | 1.44 km |
| Dupheliya | South | 1.66 km |
| Kevtali | West | 1.81 km |
| Pakraila | North | 1.92 km |
| Bayari | South | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virwapur
Virwapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Virwapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Virwapur is about 55 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 Virwapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virwapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virwapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virwapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virwapur
Where is Virwapur located?
Virwapur village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virwapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Virwapur is Viravapur.
What is the pincode of Virwapur?
The pincode of Virwapur is 272192.
What is the population of Virwapur?
Virwapur had a total population of 1,110, including 563 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Virwapur?
Virwapur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virwapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virwapur was 58.50%. Male literacy was 73.13% and female literacy was 44.16%.