Virkhel
Virkhel is a village located in Sakri tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 86km away from sub-district headquarter Sakri (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Virkhel village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Virkhel unique in its vibrant Sakri-Dhule region. You’ll see Virkhel’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 Virkhel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virkhel is 526436. The village spans a total geographical area of 1194 hectares. Dhule is nearest town to Virkhel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Virkhel
Population of Virkhel
According to the 2011 Census, Virkhel has a total population of about 985, with approximately 491 males and 494 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 626. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.87%, with male literacy at about 52.14% and female literacy near 37.65%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virkhel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 985 | 491 | 494 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 300 | 326 |
Literate Population | 442 | 256 | 186 |
Illiterate Population | 543 | 235 | 308 |
Connectivity of Virkhel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virkhel. As per the 2011 stats, Virkhel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virkhel
Knowing the nearby villages of Virkhel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virkhel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virkhel
- Where is Virkhel located?
- Virkhel village is situated in Sakri Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virkhel?
- Virkhel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Virkhel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virkhel is 985, with 491 males and 494 females.
- How many households are there in Virkhel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virkhel village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virkhel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virkhel is 44.87%. The male literacy rate is 52.14%, while the female literacy rate is 37.65%.