Velavas - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Velavas is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Velavas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velavas is 507723. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.99 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Velavas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velavas
As per Census 2011, Velavas village has a total population of 1,104 people, consisting of 566 males and 538 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velavas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,104 | 566 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 414 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 152 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Velavas
Velavas 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 Velavas
Velavas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Velavas is about 37 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 Velavas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velavas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Velavas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velavas 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velavas
Where is Velavas located?
Velavas village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velavas?
Velavas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velavas?
The pincode of Velavas is 385505.
What is the population of Velavas?
Velavas has a total population of 1,104, including 566 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Velavas?
There are 215 households in Velavas.
What is the literacy rate in Velavas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velavas is 60.87%. Male literacy is 73.14% and female literacy is 47.96%.