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.
Virgaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Virgaon
Population of Virgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Virgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Virgaon village:
- The total population of Virgaon village is around 3,545, including approximately 1,802 males and 1,743 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 432 children aged 0–6 years in Virgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Virgaon village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 877 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Virgaon village is about 69.37%, with male literacy at 76.69% and female literacy at 61.79%.
- There are around 766 households in Virgaon village.
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%.