Velavadar
Velavadar is a village located in Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gariadhar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Velavadar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Velavadar unique in its vibrant Gariadhar-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Velavadar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Velavadar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velavadar is 516456. The village spans a total geographical area of 2288.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364505. Gariadhar is nearest town to Velavadar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Velavadar
Population of Velavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Velavadar has a total population of about 4,489, with approximately 2,289 males and 2,200 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 428 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 531 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.63%, with male literacy at about 81.08% and female literacy near 69.95%. There are around 863 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velavadar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,489 | 2,289 | 2,200 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 221 | 207 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 274 | 257 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Literate Population | 3,395 | 1,856 | 1,539 |
Illiterate Population | 1,094 | 433 | 661 |
Connectivity of Velavadar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velavadar. As per the 2011 stats, Velavadar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velavadar
Knowing the nearby villages of Velavadar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velavadar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velavadar
- Where is Velavadar located?
- Velavadar village is situated in Gariadhar Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velavadar?
- Velavadar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velavadar?
- The pincode of Velavadar is 364505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velavadar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velavadar is 4,489, with 2,289 males and 2,200 females.
- How many households are there in Velavadar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velavadar village has a total of 863 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velavadar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velavadar is 75.63%. The male literacy rate is 81.08%, while the female literacy rate is 69.95%.