Virunagala - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Virunagala is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chinki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virunagala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virunagala is 055969. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.76 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Virunagala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virunagala
As per Census 2011, Virunagala village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 373 males and 335 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virunagala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 373 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 263 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 110 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Virunagala
Virunagala 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 Virunagala
Virunagala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Virunagala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Virunagala is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Virunagala is about 20 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 Virunagala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virunagala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virunagala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virunagala 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 Virunagala
Where is Virunagala located?
Virunagala village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virunagala?
The Gram Panchayat of Virunagala is Chinki.
What is the pincode of Virunagala?
The pincode of Virunagala is 263148.
What is the population of Virunagala?
Virunagala has a total population of 708, including 373 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Virunagala?
There are 120 households in Virunagala.
What is the literacy rate in Virunagala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virunagala is 59.89%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 48.06%.