Virvade
Virvade is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Virvade village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Virvade unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Virvade’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 Virvade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virvade is 564548. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415115. Karad is nearest town to Virvade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Virvade 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Virvade
Population of Virvade
According to the 2011 Census, Virvade has a total population of about 3,770, with approximately 1,898 males and 1,872 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 418 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 847 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.74%, with male literacy at about 83.25% and female literacy near 70.14%. There are around 739 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virvade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,770 | 1,898 | 1,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 212 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 436 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,893 | 1,580 | 1,313 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 318 | 559 |
Connectivity of Virvade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virvade. As per the 2011 stats, Virvade 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virvade
Knowing the nearby villages of Virvade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virvade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virvade
- Where is Virvade located?
- Virvade village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virvade?
- Virvade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Virvade?
- The pincode of Virvade is 415115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Virvade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virvade is 3,770, with 1,898 males and 1,872 females.
- How many households are there in Virvade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virvade village has a total of 739 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virvade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virvade is 76.74%. The male literacy rate is 83.25%, while the female literacy rate is 70.14%.