Viroda - Yawal, Jalgaon
Viroda is a village situated in the Yawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yawal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Viroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viroda is 526841. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.75 hectares and falls under the 425503 pincode. Faizpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Viroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raver Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Viroda
As per Census 2011, Viroda village has a total population of 1,864 people, consisting of 967 males and 897 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,420 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,864 | 967 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 130 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 787 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 180 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Viroda
Viroda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanoli | South | 2.14 km |
| Karanji | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Amode | North | 2.80 km |
| Pimprud | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Faizpur | North | 3.45 km |
| Bamnod | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Kosgaon | South | 3.90 km |
| Ridhuri | South | 3.96 km |
| Padalse | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Mangi | South | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viroda
Viroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duskheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizpur to Viroda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Viroda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viroda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Viroda
Where is Viroda located?
Viroda village is located in Yawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viroda?
Viroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viroda?
The pincode of Viroda is 425503.
What is the population of Viroda?
Viroda has a total population of 1,864, including 967 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Viroda?
There are 451 households in Viroda.
What is the literacy rate in Viroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viroda is 76.18%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 70.57%.