Virunagala
Virunagala is a village located in Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kichha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Chinki is the gram panchayat of Virunagala village.
Here you can discover what makes Virunagala unique in its vibrant Kichha-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Virunagala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Virunagala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virunagala is 055969. The village spans a total geographical area of 354.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263148. Kichha is nearest town to Virunagala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Virunagala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Virunagala
Population of Virunagala
According to the 2011 Census, Virunagala has a total population of about 708, with approximately 373 males and 335 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.89%, with male literacy at about 70.51% and female literacy near 48.06%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virunagala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 373 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 424 | 263 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 110 | 174 |
Connectivity of Virunagala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virunagala. As per the 2011 stats, Virunagala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virunagala
Knowing the nearby villages of Virunagala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virunagala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virunagala
- Where is Virunagala located?
- Virunagala village is situated in Kichha Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virunagala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Virunagala is Chinki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Virunagala?
- The pincode of Virunagala is 263148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Virunagala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virunagala is 708, with 373 males and 335 females.
- How many households are there in Virunagala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virunagala village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virunagala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virunagala is 59.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.51%, while the female literacy rate is 48.06%.