Velim
About Velim
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velim village is 626921. Velim village is located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 18km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Velim village. As per 2009 stats, Velim village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 814 hectares. Velim has a total population of 5,955 peoples, out of which male population is 2,805 while female population is 3,150. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1122 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velim village is 77.90% out of which 81.50% males and 74.70% females are literate. There are about 1,536 houses in velim village. Pincode of velim village locality is 403723.
When it comes to administration, Velim 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, Velim village comes under Velim Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Salcete is nearest town to velim village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Velim
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,955 | 2,805 | 3,150 |
Literate Population | 4,639 | 2,286 | 2,353 |
Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 519 | 797 |
Connectivity of Velim
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velim
Frequently Asked Questions about Velim
Where is Velim located?
Velim village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velim?
Velim serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Velim?
The pincode of Velim is 403723, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velim is 5,955, with 2,805 males and 3,150 females.
How many households are there in Velim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velim village has a total of 1,536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velim as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velim is 77.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.50%, while the female literacy rate is 74.70%.