Virwade - Chopda, Jalgaon
Virwade is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Virwade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virwade is 526664. The village covers a total geographical area of 3893 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Virwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virwade
According to the 2011 Census, Virwade village had a total population of 5,962 people, including 3,035 males and 2,927 females, living in 1,214 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.02%, with male literacy at 68.58% and female literacy at 53.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,744.
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 | 5,962 | 3,035 | 2,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 919 | 473 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,744 | 1,369 | 1,375 |
| Literate Population | 3,077 | 1,757 | 1,320 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,885 | 1,278 | 1,607 |
Nearby Villages of Virwade
Virwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malapur | North | 2.77 km |
| Adgaon | West | 3.21 km |
| Narwade | South | 3.39 km |
| Vishnapur | East | 3.41 km |
| Vadati | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Bor Ajanti | West | 4.74 km |
| Ambade | South | 5.12 km |
| Nagalwadi | West | 5.75 km |
| Borkheda | South | 5.85 km |
| Kharad | South | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virwade
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Virwade. The nearest railway station is Chavalkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Virwade is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Virwade is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virwade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virwade
Where is Virwade located?
Virwade village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Virwade?
Virwade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virwade?
The pincode of Virwade is 425107.
What is the population of Virwade?
Virwade had a total population of 5,962, including 3,035 males and 2,927 females.
How many households are there in Virwade?
Virwade had 1,214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virwade was 61.02%. Male literacy was 68.58% and female literacy was 53.20%.