Velavadar - Chuda, Surendranagar
Velavadar is a village situated in the Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chuda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Velavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velavadar is 512509. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.09 hectares and falls under the 363410 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Velavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velavadar
As per Census 2011, Velavadar village has a total population of 1,001 people, consisting of 533 males and 468 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velavadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 533 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 350 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 183 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Velavadar
Velavadar 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 Velavadar
Velavadar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Limbdi to Velavadar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Velavadar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velavadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velavadar
Where is Velavadar located?
Velavadar village is located in Chuda Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velavadar?
Velavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velavadar?
The pincode of Velavadar is 363410.
What is the population of Velavadar?
Velavadar has a total population of 1,001, including 533 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Velavadar?
There are 190 households in Velavadar.
What is the literacy rate in Velavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velavadar is 55.84%. Male literacy is 65.67% and female literacy is 44.66%.