Virje
Virje is a village located in Karwar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 46km away from Karwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Virje village. As per 2009 stats, Mallapur is the gram panchayat of Virje village.
Here you can discover what makes Virje unique in its vibrant Karwar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Virje’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 Virje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virje is 602604. The village spans a total geographical area of 2080.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581327. Karwar is nearest town to Virje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Virje
Population of Virje
According to the 2011 Census, Virje has a total population of about 7,058, with approximately 3,638 males and 3,420 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 947 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 833 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 180. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.90%, with male literacy at about 82.99% and female literacy near 78.68%. There are around 2,076 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virje's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 7,058 | 3,638 | 3,420 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 947 | 500 | 447 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 429 | 404 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 97 | 83 |
Literate Population | 5,710 | 3,019 | 2,691 |
Illiterate Population | 1,348 | 619 | 729 |
Connectivity of Virje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virje. As per the 2011 stats, Virje had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virje
Knowing the nearby villages of Virje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virje
Where is Virje located?
Virje village is situated in Karwar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virje?
The Gram Panchayat of Virje is Mallapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Virje?
The pincode of Virje is 581327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Virje as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virje is 7,058, with 3,638 males and 3,420 females.
How many households are there in Virje as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Virje village has a total of 2,076 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virje as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virje is 80.90%. The male literacy rate is 82.99%, while the female literacy rate is 78.68%.