Virul - Arvi, Wardha
Virul is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Virul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virul is 533852. The village covers a total geographical area of 1074.29 hectares and falls under the 442302 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Virul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virul
As per Census 2011, Virul village has a total population of 3,653 people, consisting of 1,852 males and 1,801 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,920 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,653 | 1,852 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 183 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 277 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 157 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 2,920 | 1,567 | 1,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 285 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Virul
Virul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawarkheda | West | 1.89 km |
| Renkapur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Mankapur | East | 2.40 km |
| Dattapur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Daryapur | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Takli | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Mudhapur | North | 2.49 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Nijampur | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Marda | North-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virul
Virul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kaotha, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulgaon to Virul is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Virul is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Virul
Where is Virul located?
Virul village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virul?
Virul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virul?
The pincode of Virul is 442302.
What is the population of Virul?
Virul has a total population of 3,653, including 1,852 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Virul?
There are 920 households in Virul.
What is the literacy rate in Virul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virul is 79.93%. Male literacy is 84.61% and female literacy is 75.12%.