Veerpur - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Veerpur is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Beerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerpur is 040488. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.77 hectares and falls under the 249151 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Veerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerpur
As per Census 2011, Veerpur village has a total population of 2,012 people, consisting of 992 males and 1,020 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,480 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,088 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,012 | 992 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 210 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,088 | 515 | 573 |
| Literate Population | 1,480 | 814 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 178 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Veerpur
Veerpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singoti | North | 0.66 km |
| Ranari | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Dunda | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Barsali | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Athali | North | 1.73 km |
| Garh | North | 2.30 km |
| Majaf | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Astal | South | 2.65 km |
| Raturisera | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Kunsi | North-West | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerpur
Veerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Veerpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerpur
Where is Veerpur located?
Veerpur village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerpur is Beerpur.
What is the pincode of Veerpur?
The pincode of Veerpur is 249151.
What is the population of Veerpur?
Veerpur has a total population of 2,012, including 992 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Veerpur?
There are 474 households in Veerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Veerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerpur is 73.56%. Male literacy is 82.06% and female literacy is 65.29%.