Velachha - Mangrol, Surat
Velachha is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Velachha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velachha is 523830. The village covers a total geographical area of 602 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Velachha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velachha
As per Census 2011, Velachha village has a total population of 1,878 people, consisting of 950 males and 928 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,297 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velachha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,878 | 950 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 369 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 692 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 258 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Velachha
Velachha 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 Velachha
Velachha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kosamba to Velachha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Velachha 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 Velachha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velachha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velachha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velachha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velachha
Where is Velachha located?
Velachha village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velachha?
Velachha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velachha?
The pincode of Velachha is 394405.
What is the population of Velachha?
Velachha has a total population of 1,878, including 950 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Velachha?
There are 432 households in Velachha.
What is the literacy rate in Velachha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velachha is 69.06%. Male literacy is 72.84% and female literacy is 65.19%.