Virgaon
Virgaon is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Virgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Virgaon unique in its vibrant Vaijapur-Aurangabad 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 549141. The village spans a total geographical area of 597 hectares. Vaijapur is nearest town to Virgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Virgaon
Population of Virgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Virgaon has a total population of about 1,749, with approximately 904 males and 845 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.15%, with male literacy at about 74.23% and female literacy near 57.51%. There are around 361 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,749 | 904 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 119 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 671 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 233 | 359 |
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 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 Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad 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 1,749, with 904 males and 845 females.
- How many households are there in Virgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virgaon village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virgaon is 66.15%. The male literacy rate is 74.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.51%.