Velanpur - Ambika, Surat
Velanpur is a village situated in the Ambika taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Mahuva and around 50 km from Surat. Velanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velanpur is 524398. The village covers a total geographical area of 842.98 hectares and falls under the 394246 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Velanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Velanpur village had a total population of 2,990 people, including 1,474 males and 1,516 females, living in 679 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.37%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 70.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,592.
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 | 2,990 | 1,474 | 1,516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,592 | 1,261 | 1,331 |
| Literate Population | 2,052 | 1,094 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 380 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Velanpur
Velanpur 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 Velanpur
Public transport in the Velanpur 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 Bardoli to Velanpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Velanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velanpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Velanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velanpur
Where is Velanpur located?
Velanpur village is located in Ambika Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Velanpur?
Velanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velanpur?
The pincode of Velanpur is 394246.
What is the population of Velanpur?
Velanpur had a total population of 2,990, including 1,474 males and 1,516 females.
How many households are there in Velanpur?
Velanpur had 679 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velanpur was 76.37%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 70.39%.