Velariya - Dhoraji, Rajkot
Velariya is a village situated in the Dhoraji taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhoraji and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Velariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velariya is 513396. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.49 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Velariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velariya
According to the 2011 Census, Velariya village had a total population of 91 people, including 43 males and 48 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.02%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 81.40%.
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 | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Velariya
Velariya 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 Velariya
Velariya 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Velariya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Velariya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velariya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velariya
Where is Velariya located?
Velariya village is located in Dhoraji Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Velariya?
Velariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velariya?
The pincode of Velariya is 360410.
What is the population of Velariya?
Velariya had a total population of 91, including 43 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Velariya?
Velariya had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velariya was 89.02%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 81.40%.