Velavadar - Bhavnagar
Velavadar is a village situated in the Bhavnagar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 55 km from Bhavnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Velavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velavadar is 516228. The village covers a total geographical area of 3644.85 hectares and falls under the 364313 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Velavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Velavadar village had a total population of 1,275 people, including 647 males and 628 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.58%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 41.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,275 | 647 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 106 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 392 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 255 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Velavadar
Velavadar 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 Velavadar
Public transport in the Velavadar is mainly available through shared van 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 Dhandhuka to Velavadar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Velavadar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Velavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velavadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Velavadar
Where is Velavadar located?
Velavadar village is located in Bhavnagar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velavadar?
Velavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velavadar?
The pincode of Velavadar is 364313.
What is the population of Velavadar?
Velavadar had a total population of 1,275, including 647 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Velavadar?
Velavadar had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velavadar was 57.58%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 41.73%.