Velan
Velan is a village located in Kodinar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kodinar (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Velan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Velan unique in its vibrant Kodinar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Velan’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 Velan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velan is 515162. The village spans a total geographical area of 3946.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362720. Kodinar is nearest town to Velan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Velan
Population of Velan
According to the 2011 Census, Velan has a total population of about 14,751, with approximately 7,282 males and 7,469 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,369 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,368 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.81%, with male literacy at about 64.14% and female literacy near 43.74%. There are around 2,392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,751 | 7,282 | 7,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,369 | 1,172 | 1,197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,368 | 674 | 694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 7,938 | 4,671 | 3,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,813 | 2,611 | 4,202 |
Connectivity of Velan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velan. As per the 2011 stats, Velan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velan
Knowing the nearby villages of Velan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velan
- Where is Velan located?
- Velan village is situated in Kodinar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velan?
- Velan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velan?
- The pincode of Velan is 362720, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velan is 14,751, with 7,282 males and 7,469 females.
- How many households are there in Velan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velan village has a total of 2,392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velan is 53.81%. The male literacy rate is 64.14%, while the female literacy rate is 43.74%.