Virsai
Virsai is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 190km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Virsai village is also a gram panchayat.
Virsai has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Virsai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virsai is 564833. The village spans a total geographical area of 612.39 hectares. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Virsai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Virsai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Virsai
Population of Virsai
Below is a concise population overview of Virsai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 311 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 228 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 83 | 153 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Virsai village:
- The total population of Virsai village is around 680, including approximately 311 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 1186 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Virsai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Virsai village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Virsai village is about 65.29%, with male literacy at 73.31% and female literacy at 58.54%.
- There are around 178 households in Virsai village.
Connectivity of Virsai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virsai. As per the 2011 stats, Virsai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virsai
Knowing the nearby villages of Virsai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virsai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virsai
- Where is Virsai located?
- Virsai village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virsai?
- Virsai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Virsai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virsai is 680, with 311 males and 369 females.
- How many households are there in Virsai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virsai village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virsai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virsai is 65.29%. The male literacy rate is 73.31%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.