Virkhandi
Virkhandi is a village located in Kuhi tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kuhi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Virkhandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Virkhandi has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Virkhandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virkhandi is 536482. The village spans a total geographical area of 398.49 hectares. Umred is nearest town to Virkhandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Virkhandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Virkhandi
Population of Virkhandi
Below is a concise population overview of Virkhandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 387 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 169 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 566 | 313 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 74 | 123 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Virkhandi village:
- The total population of Virkhandi village is around 763, including approximately 387 males and 376 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Virkhandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Virkhandi village has 340 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Virkhandi village is about 74.18%, with male literacy at 80.88% and female literacy at 67.29%.
- There are around 179 households in Virkhandi village.
Connectivity of Virkhandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virkhandi. As per the 2011 stats, Virkhandi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virkhandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Virkhandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virkhandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virkhandi
- Where is Virkhandi located?
- Virkhandi village is situated in Kuhi Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virkhandi?
- Virkhandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Virkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virkhandi is 763, with 387 males and 376 females.
- How many households are there in Virkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virkhandi village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virkhandi is 74.18%. The male literacy rate is 80.88%, while the female literacy rate is 67.29%.