Virgaon

Virgaon is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Virgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Virgaon unique in its vibrant Akola-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Virgaon’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 Virgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virgaon is 557217. The village spans a total geographical area of 1337 hectares. Sangamner is nearest town to Virgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Virgaon 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 Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Virgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Virgaon has a total population of about 3,545, with approximately 1,802 males and 1,743 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 432 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 877. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.37%, with male literacy at about 76.69% and female literacy near 61.79%. There are around 766 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,545 1,802 1,743
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 432 224 208
Scheduled Castes (SC) 136 74 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 877 436 441
Literate Population 2,459 1,382 1,077
Illiterate Population 1,086 420 666

Connectivity of Virgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Virgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Virgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Virgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Virgaon

Where is Virgaon located?
Virgaon village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virgaon?
Virgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Virgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virgaon is 3,545, with 1,802 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Virgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Virgaon village has a total of 766 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virgaon is 69.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 61.79%.