Vairag - Barshi, Solapur
Vairag is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Tulsidasnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vairag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vairag is 562124. The village covers a total geographical area of 1724 hectares and falls under the 413402 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Vairag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vairag
As per Census 2011, Vairag village has a total population of 19,970 people, consisting of 10,412 males and 9,558 females. The village has 4,289 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,514 literate and 5,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vairag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,970 | 10,412 | 9,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,263 | 1,201 | 1,062 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,662 | 1,362 | 1,300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 321 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 14,514 | 8,139 | 6,375 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,456 | 2,273 | 3,183 |
Nearby Villages of Vairag
Vairag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manegaon | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Sarjapur | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Sasure | South | 4.30 km |
| Irlewadi | West | 4.64 km |
| Ghanegaon | North | 4.70 km |
| Ladole | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Kalegaon | North-West | 5.71 km |
| Dhorale | West | 6.06 km |
| Raleras | South | 6.26 km |
| Ratanjan | East | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vairag
The nearest railway station is Uplai, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Vairag is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Vairag is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Vairag
Where is Vairag located?
Vairag village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vairag?
The Gram Panchayat of Vairag is Tulsidasnagar.
What is the pincode of Vairag?
The pincode of Vairag is 413402.
What is the population of Vairag?
Vairag has a total population of 19,970, including 10,412 males and 9,558 females.
How many households are there in Vairag?
There are 4,289 households in Vairag.
What is the literacy rate in Vairag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vairag is 72.68%. Male literacy is 78.17% and female literacy is 66.70%.