Velakot - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Velakot is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Una and around 150 km from Junagadh. Velakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velakot is 515292. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.69 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Velakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velakot
According to the 2011 Census, Velakot village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 984 males and 953 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.53%, with male literacy at 73.34% and female literacy at 51.43%.
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 | 1,937 | 984 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 608 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 376 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Velakot
Velakot 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 Velakot
Public transport in the Velakot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Velakot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Velakot is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Velakot is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velakot
Where is Velakot located?
Velakot village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Velakot?
Velakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velakot?
The pincode of Velakot is 362530.
What is the population of Velakot?
Velakot had a total population of 1,937, including 984 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Velakot?
Velakot had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velakot was 62.53%. Male literacy was 73.34% and female literacy was 51.43%.