Viregaon - Bhokardan, Jalna
Viregaon is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Bhaidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viregaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viregaon is 547307. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.95 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Viregaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viregaon
As per Census 2011, Viregaon village has a total population of 1,271 people, consisting of 650 males and 621 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,271 | 650 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 499 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 151 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Viregaon
Viregaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chorhala | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Palaskheda Bhokardan | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Masanpur | South | 1.87 km |
| Talni | North | 2.81 km |
| Bhaydi | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Alapur | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Babhulgaon | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Fattepur | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Manapur | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Rajapur | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viregaon
Public transport in the Viregaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Viregaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Viregaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viregaon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Viregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viregaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Viregaon
Where is Viregaon located?
Viregaon village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Viregaon is Bhaidi.
What is the pincode of Viregaon?
The pincode of Viregaon is 431114.
What is the population of Viregaon?
Viregaon has a total population of 1,271, including 650 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Viregaon?
There are 254 households in Viregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Viregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viregaon is 64.75%. Male literacy is 76.77% and female literacy is 52.17%.