Virai
Virai is a village located in Mul tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Mul (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Virai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Virai unique in its vibrant Mul-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Virai’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 Virai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virai is 541423. The village spans a total geographical area of 594.05 hectares. Mul is nearest town to Virai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Virai
Population of Virai
According to the 2011 Census, Virai has a total population of about 1,591, with approximately 786 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 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 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.80%, with male literacy at about 71.76% and female literacy near 56.02%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 786 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 123 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 564 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 222 | 354 |
Connectivity of Virai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virai. As per the 2011 stats, Virai 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 Virai
Knowing the nearby villages of Virai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virai
- Where is Virai located?
- Virai village is situated in Mul Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virai?
- Virai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Virai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virai is 1,591, with 786 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Virai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virai village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virai is 63.80%. The male literacy rate is 71.76%, while the female literacy rate is 56.02%.