Virwadi - Bhor, Pune
Virwadi is a village situated in the Bhor tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhor and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Virwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virwadi is 556696. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.79 hectares and falls under the 412213 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Virwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Virwadi village had a total population of 347 people, including 179 males and 168 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.46%, with male literacy at 93.17% and female literacy at 81.33%.
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 | 347 | 179 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 150 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Virwadi
Virwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Didghar | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Jambhali | West | 1.77 km |
| Salavade | North | 2.27 km |
| Nidhan | South | 2.37 km |
| Nasrapur | East | 2.38 km |
| Kelawade | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Sangvi Kh. | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Kolavadi | West | 3.57 km |
| Naygaon | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Khadki | South-East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virwadi
Virwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sasvad Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhor to Virwadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Virwadi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virwadi
Where is Virwadi located?
Virwadi village is located in Bhor Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Virwadi?
Virwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virwadi?
The pincode of Virwadi is 412213.
What is the population of Virwadi?
Virwadi had a total population of 347, including 179 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Virwadi?
Virwadi had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virwadi was 87.46%. Male literacy was 93.17% and female literacy was 81.33%.