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
According to the 2011 Census, Virkhan village had a total population of 87 people, including 43 males and 44 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.46%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 63.89%.
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 | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 87, including 43 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Virkhan?
Virkhan had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Virkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virkhan was 77.46%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 63.89%.