Virmade - Wai, Satara
Virmade is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Virmade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virmade is 563139. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.82 hectares and falls under the 415020 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Virmade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virmade
According to the 2011 Census, Virmade village had a total population of 1,475 people, including 745 males and 730 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.83%, with male literacy at 94.77% and female literacy at 84.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 1,475 | 745 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 634 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 111 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Virmade
Virmade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anewadi | South | 1.21 km |
| Kharshi T. Kudal | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Mardhe | East | 2.20 km |
| Khadaki | North | 2.22 km |
| Raygaon | South | 2.38 km |
| Udatare | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Prabhuchiwadi | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Kalambhe | West | 2.73 km |
| Mahamulkarwadi | South | 3.62 km |
| Saygaon | South-West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virmade
Virmade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Virmade is about 16 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 Virmade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virmade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virmade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virmade 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virmade
Where is Virmade located?
Virmade village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virmade?
Virmade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virmade?
The pincode of Virmade is 415020.
What is the population of Virmade?
Virmade had a total population of 1,475, including 745 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Virmade?
Virmade had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virmade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virmade was 89.83%. Male literacy was 94.77% and female literacy was 84.80%.