Velanja

Velanja is a village located in Kamrej taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kamrej (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Velanja village is also a gram panchayat.

Velanja has its own place in the vibrant Surat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Velanja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velanja is 524103. The village spans a total geographical area of 621.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394150. Surat is nearest town to Velanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Velanja

Below is a concise population overview of Velanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,550 1,327 1,223
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 326 166 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 170 82 88
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 975 485 490
Literate Population 1,768 966 802
Illiterate Population 782 361 421

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velanja village:

  • The total population of Velanja village is around 2,550, including approximately 1,327 males and 1,223 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 326 children aged 0–6 years in Velanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Velanja village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 975 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Velanja village is about 69.33%, with male literacy at 72.80% and female literacy at 65.58%.
  • There are around 568 households in Velanja village.

Connectivity of Velanja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velanja. As per the 2011 stats, Velanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Velanja

Knowing the nearby villages of Velanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velanja.

Frequently Asked Questions about Velanja

Where is Velanja located?
Velanja village is situated in Kamrej Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velanja?
Velanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Velanja?
The pincode of Velanja is 394150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velanja is 2,550, with 1,327 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Velanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velanja village has a total of 568 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velanja is 69.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.80%, while the female literacy rate is 65.58%.