Virval - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Virval is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Pararikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virval is 213833. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.17 hectares and falls under the 231213 pincode. R.ganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Virval 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 Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Virval
According to the 2011 Census, Virval village had a total population of 430 people, including 229 males and 201 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.98%, with male literacy at 72.04% and female literacy at 40.70%.
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 | 430 | 229 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 134 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 95 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Virval
Virval 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 Virval
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Virval.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.ganj to Virval is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Virval is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virval 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virval
Where is Virval located?
Virval village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Virval?
The Gram Panchayat of Virval is Pararikhurd.
What is the pincode of Virval?
The pincode of Virval is 231213.
What is the population of Virval?
Virval had a total population of 430, including 229 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Virval?
Virval had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virval was 56.98%. Male literacy was 72.04% and female literacy was 40.70%.