Virnagar - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Virnagar is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kharwal serves as the Village Panchayat for Virnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virnagar is 550888. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.81 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Virnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Virnagar village had a total population of 977 people, including 492 males and 485 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 68.88% and female literacy at 54.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 937.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 977 | 492 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 937 | 473 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 290 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 202 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Virnagar
Virnagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Virnagar
Virnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Trimbak to Virnagar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Virnagar is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Virnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virnagar
Where is Virnagar located?
Virnagar village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Virnagar?
The Village Panchayat of Virnagar is Kharwal.
What is the pincode of Virnagar?
The pincode of Virnagar is 422204.
What is the population of Virnagar?
Virnagar had a total population of 977, including 492 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Virnagar?
Virnagar had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virnagar was 61.69%. Male literacy was 68.88% and female literacy was 54.28%.