Virali - Man, Satara
Virali is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Virali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virali is 563447. The village covers a total geographical area of 1960 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Virali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virali
As per Census 2011, Virali village has a total population of 3,003 people, consisting of 1,467 males and 1,536 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,701 literate and 1,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,003 | 1,467 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 180 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 207 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 999 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,302 | 468 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Virali
Virali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulewadi | South | 2.30 km |
| Valai | North | 4.04 km |
| Garudi | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Vibhutwadi | South | 4.36 km |
| Kurundwadi | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Pachwad | West | 5.52 km |
| Kalchondi | East | 5.58 km |
| Jambhulani | North-East | 6.07 km |
| Taraswadi | South | 6.36 km |
| Mulikwadi | South-West | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virali
Virali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 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 Mhaswad to Virali is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Virali is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Virali
Where is Virali located?
Virali village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virali?
Virali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virali?
The pincode of Virali is 415540.
What is the population of Virali?
Virali has a total population of 3,003, including 1,467 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Virali?
There are 647 households in Virali.
What is the literacy rate in Virali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virali is 56.64%. Male literacy is 68.10% and female literacy is 45.70%.