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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Virwade village has a total population of 5,962 people, consisting of 3,035 males and 2,927 females. The village has 1,214 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 919 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,077 literate and 2,885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,744 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virwade are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Virwade?
Virwade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virwade?
The pincode of Virwade is 425107.
What is the population of Virwade?
Virwade has a total population of 5,962, including 3,035 males and 2,927 females.
How many households are there in Virwade?
There are 1,214 households in Virwade.
What is the literacy rate in Virwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virwade is 51.61%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 45.10%.