Virkund - Wani, Yavatmal
Virkund is a village situated in the Wani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wani and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wirkund serves as the Village Panchayat for Virkund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virkund is 544018. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.62 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Virkund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virkund
According to the 2011 Census, Virkund village had a total population of 482 people, including 261 males and 221 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.80%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 72.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 482 | 261 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 116 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 185 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 76 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Virkund
Virkund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vithalnagar | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Vyankatpur(u) | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Nawegaon (vi) | West | 2.42 km |
| Mohorli | East | 3.04 km |
| Maregaon(ko) | South | 3.31 km |
| Belghat | North | 3.77 km |
| Korambi | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Dongargaon | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Murdhoni | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Palsoni | North | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virkund
Virkund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wani, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Virkund is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Virkund is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virkund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virkund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virkund
Where is Virkund located?
Virkund village is located in Wani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Virkund?
The Village Panchayat of Virkund is Wirkund.
What is the pincode of Virkund?
The pincode of Virkund is 445304.
What is the population of Virkund?
Virkund had a total population of 482, including 261 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Virkund?
Virkund had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virkund was 78.80%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 72.82%.