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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Virali village had a total population of 3,003 people, including 1,467 males and 1,536 females, living in 647 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.41%, with male literacy at 77.62% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 406, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Virali?
Virali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virali?
The pincode of Virali is 415540.
What is the population of Virali?
Virali had a total population of 3,003, including 1,467 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Virali?
Virali had 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virali was 64.41%. Male literacy was 77.62% and female literacy was 51.85%.