Virgaon - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Virgaon is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Upale serves as the Village Panchayat for Virgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virgaon is 565894. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.76 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Virgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Virgaon village had a total population of 502 people, including 238 males and 264 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 81.69% and female literacy at 55.23%.
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 | 502 | 238 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 174 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 64 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Virgaon
Virgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gautamgaon | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Upale | West | 1.83 km |
| Punas | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Ramane | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South | 2.38 km |
| Kot | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Kurne | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Joshigaon | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Gavane | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Koldhe | South | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virgaon
Virgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 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 Ratnagiri to Virgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virgaon
Where is Virgaon located?
Virgaon village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Virgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Virgaon is Upale.
What is the pincode of Virgaon?
The pincode of Virgaon is 416712.
What is the population of Virgaon?
Virgaon had a total population of 502, including 238 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Virgaon?
Virgaon had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virgaon was 67.70%. Male literacy was 81.69% and female literacy was 55.23%.