Virane - Malegaon, Nashik
Virane is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Virane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virane is 550162. The village covers a total geographical area of 1578.86 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Virane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virane
As per Census 2011, Virane village has a total population of 2,117 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,001 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,282 literate and 835 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 684 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,117 | 1,116 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 171 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 684 | 361 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 767 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 349 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Virane
Virane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valwadi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Nimshevadi | South | 3.77 km |
| Garbad | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Lulle | East | 4.39 km |
| Chinchave (ni.) | North | 4.67 km |
| Pohane | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Garegaon | West | 5.44 km |
| Khakurdi | South-West | 6.93 km |
| Mordar | South | 6.95 km |
| Kankrale | South | 7.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virane
Virane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 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 Malegaon to Virane is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Virane is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virane
Where is Virane located?
Virane village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virane?
Virane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virane?
The pincode of Virane is 423206.
What is the population of Virane?
Virane has a total population of 2,117, including 1,116 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Virane?
There are 416 households in Virane.
What is the literacy rate in Virane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virane is 60.56%. Male literacy is 68.73% and female literacy is 51.45%.