Velpur - Sankheda, Chhotaudepur
Velpur is a village situated in the Sankheda taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Sankheda and around 70 km from Vadodara. Garda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velpur is 520909. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.52 hectares and falls under the 391130 pincode. Bodeli is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Velpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velpur
As per Census 2011, Velpur village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 307 males and 297 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 307 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 209 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 98 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Velpur
Velpur 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 Velpur
Velpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bodeli to Velpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Velpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velpur
Where is Velpur located?
Velpur village is located in Sankheda Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Velpur is Garda.
What is the pincode of Velpur?
The pincode of Velpur is 391130.
What is the population of Velpur?
Velpur has a total population of 604, including 307 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Velpur?
There are 124 households in Velpur.
What is the literacy rate in Velpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velpur is 58.28%. Male literacy is 68.08% and female literacy is 48.15%.