Vihirgaon - Rajura, Chandrapur
Vihirgaon is a village situated in the Rajura tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajura and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Vihirgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vihirgaon is 541803. The village covers a total geographical area of 2929.35 hectares and falls under the 442905 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vihirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vihirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon village had a total population of 1,975 people, including 1,035 males and 940 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.93%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 67.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,975 | 1,035 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 202 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 1,313 | 744 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 291 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Vihirgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajura to Vihirgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Vihirgaon is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vihirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vihirgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vihirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vihirgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vihirgaon
Where is Vihirgaon located?
Vihirgaon village is located in Rajura Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vihirgaon?
Vihirgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vihirgaon?
The pincode of Vihirgaon is 442905.
What is the population of Vihirgaon?
Vihirgaon had a total population of 1,975, including 1,035 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Vihirgaon?
Vihirgaon had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vihirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vihirgaon was 73.93%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 67.42%.