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.
Here you can discover what makes Virsai unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Virsai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Virsai has a total population of about 680, with approximately 311 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 1186 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.29%, with male literacy at about 73.31% and female literacy near 58.54%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virsai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.