Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is a village located in Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chimur (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Vihirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vihirgaon unique in its vibrant Chimur-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Vihirgaon’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 Vihirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihirgaon is 540529. The village spans a total geographical area of 1790.17 hectares. Warora is nearest town to Vihirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
Google Map of Vihirgaon
Population of Vihirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon has a total population of about 1,221, with approximately 606 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 742. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.14%, with male literacy at about 73.60% and female literacy near 52.85%. There are around 315 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vihirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,221 | 606 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 59 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 136 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 742 | 362 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 446 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 160 | 290 |
Connectivity of Vihirgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vihirgaon 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 Vihirgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihirgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihirgaon
- Where is Vihirgaon located?
- Vihirgaon village is situated in Chimur Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihirgaon?
- Vihirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihirgaon is 1,221, with 606 males and 615 females.
- How many households are there in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon village has a total of 315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihirgaon is 63.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.60%, while the female literacy rate is 52.85%.