Velugam - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Velugam is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Velugam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velugam is 522170. The village covers a total geographical area of 1109.78 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Velugam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velugam
As per Census 2011, Velugam village has a total population of 1,936 people, consisting of 983 males and 953 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 632 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velugam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,936 | 983 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 327 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 729 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 254 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Velugam
Velugam 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 Velugam
Public transport in the Velugam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharuch to Velugam is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velugam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velugam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velugam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velugam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velugam
Where is Velugam located?
Velugam village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velugam?
Velugam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velugam?
The pincode of Velugam is 393110.
What is the population of Velugam?
Velugam has a total population of 1,936, including 983 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Velugam?
There are 407 households in Velugam.
What is the literacy rate in Velugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velugam is 65.81%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 57.19%.