Velchhandi - Garudeshwar, Narmada
Velchhandi is a village situated in the Garudeshwar taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Rajpipla and around 9 km from Rajpipla. Velchhandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velchhandi is 521506. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.48 hectares and falls under the 393151 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Velchhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velchhandi
According to the 2011 Census, Velchhandi village had a total population of 414 people, including 212 males and 202 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.32%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 414.
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 | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 145 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 67 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Velchhandi
Velchhandi 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 Velchhandi
Public transport in the Velchhandi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Velchhandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajpipla to Velchhandi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velchhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velchhandi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Velchhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velchhandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velchhandi
Where is Velchhandi located?
Velchhandi village is located in Garudeshwar Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Velchhandi?
Velchhandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velchhandi?
The pincode of Velchhandi is 393151.
What is the population of Velchhandi?
Velchhandi had a total population of 414, including 212 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Velchhandi?
Velchhandi had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velchhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velchhandi was 67.32%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 54.55%.