Velanpor - Chikhli, Navsari
Velanpor is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Velanpor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velanpor is 523099. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.37 hectares and falls under the 396540 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Velanpor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velanpor
As per Census 2011, Velanpor village has a total population of 1,900 people, consisting of 976 males and 924 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,295 literate and 605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,854 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velanpor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,900 | 976 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,854 | 950 | 904 |
| Literate Population | 1,295 | 739 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 237 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Velanpor
Velanpor 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 Velanpor
Velanpor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chikhli to Velanpor is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Velanpor is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velanpor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velanpor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velanpor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velanpor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velanpor
Where is Velanpor located?
Velanpor village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velanpor?
Velanpor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velanpor?
The pincode of Velanpor is 396540.
What is the population of Velanpor?
Velanpor has a total population of 1,900, including 976 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Velanpor?
There are 418 households in Velanpor.
What is the literacy rate in Velanpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanpor is 68.16%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 60.17%.