Virkhal

Virkhal is a village located in Sawali tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sawali (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gaydongari is the gram panchayat of Virkhal village.

Virkhal has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur 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 Virkhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virkhal is 540907. The village spans a total geographical area of 776 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Virkhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Virkhal

Below is a concise population overview of Virkhal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 668 341 327
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 43 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 126 63 63
Literate Population 423 246 177
Illiterate Population 245 95 150

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Virkhal village:

  • The total population of Virkhal village is around 668, including approximately 341 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Virkhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Virkhal village has 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Virkhal village is about 63.32%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 54.13%.
  • There are around 163 households in Virkhal village.

Connectivity of Virkhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virkhal. As per the 2011 stats, Virkhal 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 Virkhal

Knowing the nearby villages of Virkhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virkhal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Virkhal

Where is Virkhal located?
Virkhal village is situated in Sawali Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virkhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Virkhal is Gaydongari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Virkhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virkhal is 668, with 341 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Virkhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Virkhal village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virkhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virkhal is 63.32%. The male literacy rate is 72.14%, while the female literacy rate is 54.13%.