Virkhan - Ramgarh, Nainital
Virkhan is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Nainital and around 60 km from Nainital. Kool serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virkhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virkhan is 054749. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.36 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Virkhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virkhan
As per Census 2011, Virkhan village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 43 males and 44 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 32 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virkhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Virkhan
Virkhan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Virkhan
Virkhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Virkhan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Virkhan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virkhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virkhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virkhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virkhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virkhan
Where is Virkhan located?
Virkhan village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virkhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Virkhan is Kool.
What is the pincode of Virkhan?
The pincode of Virkhan is 263138.
What is the population of Virkhan?
Virkhan has a total population of 87, including 43 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Virkhan?
There are 15 households in Virkhan.
What is the literacy rate in Virkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virkhan is 63.22%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 52.27%.