Velinga
About Velinga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velinga village is 626854. Velinga village is located in Ponda taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ponda (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Veling Priol is the gram panchayat of Velinga village.
The total geographical area of village is 315 hectares. Velinga has a total population of 1,921 peoples, out of which male population is 1,001 while female population is 920. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 919 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velinga village is 82.20% out of which 85.71% males and 78.37% females are literate. There are about 444 houses in velinga village. Pincode of velinga village locality is 403404.
When it comes to administration, Velinga 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, Velinga village comes under Priol Vidhan Sabha constituency & North Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Ponda is nearest town to velinga village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Velinga
The population details of Velinga 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 | 1,921 | 1,001 | 920 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 725 | 364 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 1,579 | 858 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 143 | 199 |
Connectivity of Velinga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Velinga
Where is Velinga located?
Velinga village is situated in Ponda Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Velinga is Veling Priol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Velinga?
The pincode of Velinga is 403404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velinga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velinga is 1,921, with 1,001 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Velinga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velinga village has a total of 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velinga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velinga is 82.20%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 78.37%.