Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is a village located in Desaiganj tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Desaiganj (vadasa) (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Vihirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vihirgaon unique in its vibrant Desaiganj-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Vihirgaon’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 Vihirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihirgaon is 538501. The village spans a total geographical area of 568 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Vihirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Vihirgaon
Population of Vihirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon has a total population of about 1,155, with approximately 561 males and 594 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 244. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.85%, with male literacy at about 83.07% and female literacy near 65.15%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vihirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,155 | 561 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 466 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 95 | 207 |
Connectivity of Vihirgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vihirgaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vihirgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihirgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihirgaon
- Where is Vihirgaon located?
- Vihirgaon village is situated in Desaiganj Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihirgaon?
- Vihirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihirgaon is 1,155, with 561 males and 594 females.
- How many households are there in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihirgaon is 73.85%. The male literacy rate is 83.07%, while the female literacy rate is 65.15%.