Virgaon - Baglan, Nashik
Virgaon is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Virgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virgaon is 550087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1550.78 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Virgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virgaon
As per Census 2011, Virgaon village has a total population of 4,940 people, consisting of 2,581 males and 2,359 females. The village has 953 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 618 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,699 literate and 1,241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,725 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,940 | 2,581 | 2,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 344 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,725 | 878 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 3,699 | 2,024 | 1,675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 557 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Virgaon
Virgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dholbare | North | 1.96 km |
| Dongrej | South | 2.99 km |
| Avhati | East | 3.27 km |
| Kersane | West | 3.83 km |
| Vanoli | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Vinchure | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Vatar | South | 4.75 km |
| Pingalwade | North | 5.03 km |
| Karanjad | North | 5.39 km |
| Bhuyane | North | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virgaon
Virgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 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 Satana to Virgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Virgaon is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virgaon
Where is Virgaon located?
Virgaon village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virgaon?
Virgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virgaon?
The pincode of Virgaon is 423301.
What is the population of Virgaon?
Virgaon has a total population of 4,940, including 2,581 males and 2,359 females.
How many households are there in Virgaon?
There are 953 households in Virgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Virgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virgaon is 74.88%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 71.00%.