Velvada - Danta, Banas Kantha
Velvada is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Velvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velvada is 507899. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.36 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Velvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velvada
As per Census 2011, Velvada village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 479 males and 422 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 479 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 348 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 131 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Velvada
Velvada 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 Velvada
Velvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Velvada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velvada
Where is Velvada located?
Velvada village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velvada?
Velvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velvada?
The pincode of Velvada is 385120.
What is the population of Velvada?
Velvada has a total population of 901, including 479 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Velvada?
There are 189 households in Velvada.
What is the literacy rate in Velvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velvada is 61.49%. Male literacy is 72.65% and female literacy is 48.82%.