Virsani - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Virsani is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Virsani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virsani is 544417. The village covers a total geographical area of 833 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Virsani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virsani
As per Census 2011, Virsani village has a total population of 2,393 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,160 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virsani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,393 | 1,233 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 185 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 252 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 893 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 340 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Virsani
Virsani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tembhurni | East | 1.95 km |
| Pimpri | West | 2.20 km |
| Waghi | South | 2.25 km |
| Dighi | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Unchawadad | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Kiramgaon | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Pahunmari | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Dighadi | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Gharapur | East | 4.73 km |
| Kamari | South-West | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virsani
Virsani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 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 Hadgoan to Virsani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Virsani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virsani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virsani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virsani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virsani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virsani
Where is Virsani located?
Virsani village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virsani?
Virsani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virsani?
The pincode of Virsani is 431802.
What is the population of Virsani?
Virsani has a total population of 2,393, including 1,233 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Virsani?
There are 433 households in Virsani.
What is the literacy rate in Virsani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virsani is 64.56%. Male literacy is 72.42% and female literacy is 56.21%.