Virpa - Chakrata, Dehradun
Virpa is a village situated in the Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakrata and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Birpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virpa is 044641. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.82 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Virpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virpa
According to the 2011 Census, Virpa village had a total population of 153 people, including 83 males and 70 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.26%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 41.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 54 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Virpa
Virpa 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 Virpa
Virpa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakrata to Virpa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Virpa is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virpa
Where is Virpa located?
Virpa village is located in Chakrata Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Virpa is Birpa.
What is the pincode of Virpa?
The pincode of Virpa is 248001.
What is the population of Virpa?
Virpa had a total population of 153, including 83 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Virpa?
Virpa had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virpa was 59.26%. Male literacy was 73.97% and female literacy was 41.94%.