Velavi - Umarpada, Surat
Velavi is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Velavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velavi is 523888. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.84 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Velavi 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 Velavi
As per Census 2011, Velavi village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 707 males and 686 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,382 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velavi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 707 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,382 | 699 | 683 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 494 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 213 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Velavi
Velavi 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 Velavi
Velavi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mandvi to Velavi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Velavi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velavi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Velavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velavi
Where is Velavi located?
Velavi village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velavi?
Velavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velavi?
The pincode of Velavi is 394445.
What is the population of Velavi?
Velavi has a total population of 1,393, including 707 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Velavi?
There are 285 households in Velavi.
What is the literacy rate in Velavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velavi is 61.52%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 52.92%.