Virk
About Virk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Virk village is 033803. Virk village is located in Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Jagraon (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Birk is the gram panchayat of Virk village.
The total geographical area of village is 604 hectares. Virk has a total population of 1,617 peoples, out of which male population is 825 while female population is 792. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of virk village is 72.54% out of which 78.30% males and 66.54% females are literate. There are about 324 houses in virk village. Pincode of virk village locality is 142024.
When it comes to administration, Virk village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Virk village comes under Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Jagraon is nearest town to virk village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Virk
The population details of Virk cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 825 | 792 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 456 | 243 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 646 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 179 | 265 |
Connectivity of Virk
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Virk
Where is Virk located?
Virk village is situated in Jagraon Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virk?
The Gram Panchayat of Virk is Birk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Virk?
The pincode of Virk is 142024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Virk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virk is 1,617, with 825 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Virk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Virk village has a total of 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virk is 72.54%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.