Velpura - Jhalod, Dahod
Velpura is a village situated in the Jhalod taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Jhalod and around 40 km from Dohad. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velpura is 519104. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.82 hectares and falls under the 389170 pincode. Jhalod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Velpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velpura
According to the 2011 Census, Velpura village had a total population of 3,093 people, including 1,600 males and 1,493 females, living in 484 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.00%, with male literacy at 63.71% and female literacy at 41.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,093.
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 | 3,093 | 1,600 | 1,493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 642 | 349 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,093 | 1,600 | 1,493 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 797 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,794 | 803 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Velpura
Velpura 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 Velpura
Public transport in the Velpura 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 Jhalod to Velpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Velpura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velpura 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 Velpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velpura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Velpura
Where is Velpura located?
Velpura village is located in Jhalod Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Velpura is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Velpura?
The pincode of Velpura is 389170.
What is the population of Velpura?
Velpura had a total population of 3,093, including 1,600 males and 1,493 females.
How many households are there in Velpura?
Velpura had 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velpura was 53.00%. Male literacy was 63.71% and female literacy was 41.83%.