Virgaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Virgaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Vaijapur and around 80 km from Aurangabad. Virgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virgaon is 549141. The village covers a total geographical area of 597 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Virgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virgaon
As per Census 2011, Virgaon village has a total population of 1,749 people, consisting of 904 males and 845 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Virgaon
Virgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mhaski | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Murshadpur | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Hanumantgaon | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Satana | North | 4.07 km |
| Kapus Wadgaon | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Sirasgaon | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Siddhapur | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Kautgaon | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Jambargaon | North | 5.92 km |
| Fakirabadwadi | West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virgaon
Public transport in the Virgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rotegaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Virgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Virgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Virgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virgaon
Where is Virgaon located?
Virgaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virgaon?
Virgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virgaon?
The pincode of Virgaon is 423701.
What is the population of Virgaon?
Virgaon has a total population of 1,749, including 904 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Virgaon?
There are 361 households in Virgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Virgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virgaon is 66.15%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 57.51%.