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
According to the 2011 Census, Velanpor village had a total population of 1,900 people, including 976 males and 924 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.47%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 65.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,854.
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 | 1,900 | 976 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,900, including 976 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Velanpor?
Velanpor had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velanpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanpor was 74.47%. Male literacy was 82.94% and female literacy was 65.57%.